10 Sweet Vegan Cinnamon Roll Recipes For a Perfect Morning

Did you know that cinnamon rolls can be just as delicious without any animal products? If you’re on the hunt for ways to start your day on a sweet note, look no further! In this blog, we’re diving into 10 delightful vegan cinnamon roll recipes that promise to fill your mornings with warmth and flavor—from fluffy swirls to indulgent chocolate chip twists. Get ready to elevate your breakfast routine with these mouthwatering vegan treats!

Fluffy Vegan Cinnamon Swirls

These Fluffy Vegan Cinnamon Swirls are special for their light, airy texture and the sweet, warm flavors of cinnamon and vanilla that make them a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients:

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup almond milk
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons instant yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup raisins (optional)

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the warm almond milk, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and instant yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to activate the yeast.

2. In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.

3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.

4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.

5. Roll the dough into a rectangle, approximately 1/4 inch thick. Spread the melted coconut oil over the surface, then sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture evenly. Add raisins if using.

6. Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice it into 12 equal pieces. Place the swirls in the prepared baking dish.

7. Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Tips:

For extra flavor, add a splash of vanilla extract to the dough mixture.
Make sure the almond milk is warm, but not hot, to properly activate the yeast.
These swirls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Maple Glazed Cinnamon Roll Delights

These Maple Glazed Cinnamon Roll Delights combine the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon with a rich maple glaze for a truly decadent treat that is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup powdered sugar
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking dish.

2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and eggs.

4. Gradually stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.

5. In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon and brown sugar together; then gently fold into the batter.

6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.

7. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

8. While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.

9. Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes before drizzling the maple glaze on top.

Tips:

For extra flavor, consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.
Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the rolls light and fluffy.
Serve warm for the best taste experience!

Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Bun Bliss

This Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Bun Bliss recipe combines the warm comfort of cinnamon buns with the delightful sweetness of chocolate chips, making it a must-try treat for any occasion.

Ingredients:

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup milk, warmed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp salt
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tbsp cinnamon
1/4 cup brown sugar
3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
2-3 tbsp milk (for icing)

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, combine the warmed milk and yeast; let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon.

3. Add the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and frothy milk-yeast mixture to the dry ingredients; mix until a dough forms.

4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

6. After rising, roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.

7. Spread the softened butter on the dough, then sprinkle with brown sugar, chocolate chips, and cinnamon.

8. Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 12 equal pieces.

9. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

10. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the rolls for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

11. While they bake, mix the powdered sugar and milk to create a smooth icing.

12. Once out of the oven, drizzle the icing over the warm cinnamon buns.

Tips:

For extra flavor, add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts.
Make sure the milk is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast without killing it.
You can prepare the rolls a day ahead and refrigerate them overnight for easy baking in the morning.

Pumpkin Spice Vegan Cinnamon Rolls

This recipe for Pumpkin Spice Vegan Cinnamon Rolls is special because it combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with a soft, fluffy dough, perfect for a cozy breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients:

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) instant yeast
1/2 cup almond milk
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
1 tablespoon almond milk (for icing)

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the warm almond milk, melted coconut oil, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.

2. In another bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, brown sugar, pumpkin spice, and salt.

3. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.

4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes, until smooth.

5. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

7. Roll the risen dough out into a rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.

8. Spread a thin layer of coconut oil on top, then sprinkle with brown sugar, pumpkin spice, and chopped pecans, if using.

9. Roll the dough tightly from the long side, then slice into 12 equal rolls.

10. Place the rolls into a greased baking dish and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

11. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

12. While baking, mix powdered sugar and almond milk to make the icing.

13. Drizzle icing over the warm rolls before serving.

Tips:

Make sure your almond milk is warm but not hot when mixing with yeast.
For extra flavor, add a dash of nutmeg and cloves to the filling.
These rolls can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge before baking.

Almond Joy Cinnamon Roll Treats

These Almond Joy Cinnamon Roll Treats are a delightful combination of sweet chocolate, crunchy almonds, and warm cinnamon, perfect for satisfying your dessert cravings.

Ingredients:

1 can refrigerated cinnamon rolls
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped almonds
1/4 cup chocolate chips
1/4 cup chocolate frosting
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.

2. Roll out the cinnamon rolls and flatten each one slightly.

3. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.

4. Brush the mixture onto the flattened cinnamon rolls.

5. Sprinkle shredded coconut, chopped almonds, and chocolate chips on top of each roll.

6. Roll the cinnamon rolls back up tightly and place them in the greased baking dish.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.

8. Once out of the oven, drizzle chocolate frosting over the warm rolls.

Tips:

For an extra crunch, toast the almonds before adding them to the rolls.
Feel free to substitute or add your favorite nuts for a personalized touch.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container to keep them fresh.

Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Roll Dream

This Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Roll Dream is a decadent blend of buttery dough, rich caramel, and crunchy pecans that create the ultimate indulgent treat.

Ingredients:

4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons instant yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 cup caramel sauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons instant yeast, and 1 teaspoon salt.

2. In another bowl, mix together 1 cup of warm milk, 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, and 2 eggs until well combined.

3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth, then place it in a greased bowl and cover it with a cloth. Let it rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

5. Once risen, roll the dough out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.

6. Spread 1/2 cup melted butter over the dough and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon cinnamon and 1 cup brown sugar, followed by the chopped pecans.

7. Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice it into 12 equal pieces.

8. Place the cinnamon rolls in a greased baking dish and pour 1 cup of caramel sauce over the top. Let them rise for another 30 minutes.

9. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the rolls for about 25 minutes until golden brown.

10. Drizzle the warm cinnamon rolls with additional caramel sauce and serve immediately.

Tips:

For a gooier texture, consider letting the rolls sit in the caramel sauce for a few extra minutes before serving.
You can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight for a slow rise.
Feel free to substitute walnuts for pecans if you prefer a different nut flavor.

Raspberry Swirl Vegan Cinnamon Rolls

These Raspberry Swirl Vegan Cinnamon Rolls are special for their delightful combination of warm cinnamon, tangy raspberry, and fluffy dough, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup coconut sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup almond milk
1/4 cup melted coconut oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
1 tablespoon non-dairy milk (for frosting)

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.

5. Roll the dough out on a floured surface into a rectangle (about 1/4 inch thick).

6. Spread the raspberries evenly over the dough and drizzle with maple syrup, then sprinkle cinnamon on top.

7. Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 8 equal pieces.

8. Place the slices in the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

9. While the rolls are baking, mix powdered sugar and non-dairy milk in a small bowl to create the frosting.

10. Once the rolls are done, let them cool slightly and drizzle the frosting on top before serving.

Tips:

Use frozen raspberries if fresh ones are not available; just thaw them before use.
Add a pinch of lemon zest to the frosting for a zesty kick.
Store leftover rolls in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to three days.

Classic Vegan Cinnamon Roll Indulgence

This Classic Vegan Cinnamon Roll Indulgence is special for its melt-in-your-mouth texture, aromatic cinnamon, and rich creaminess that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients:

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup almond milk
1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 packet active dry yeast
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine warm almond milk and active dry yeast, letting it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

2. In a separate large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.

3. Add the melted coconut oil and maple syrup to the yeast mixture, then pour this into the dry ingredients.

4. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.

5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.

6. Roll the dough out into a rectangle, spread some melted coconut oil, and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.

7. Roll up the dough tightly and cut it into 12 even pieces.

8. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.

9. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

10. Once baked, mix powdered sugar and vanilla extract with a splash of almond milk for the glaze, and drizzle it over the warm rolls.

Tips:

For an extra indulgent treat, add chopped nuts or raisins to the filling.
Ensure the almond milk is warm but not hot when mixing with the yeast to promote rising.
For a quick rise, place the covered dough in a warm area, such as an oven preheated for a few minutes then turned off.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

Nutty Banana Cinnamon Roll Pleasures

This Nutty Banana Cinnamon Roll Pleasures recipe combines the delightful flavors of ripe bananas, warm cinnamon, and crunchy nuts for an irresistible treat that satisfies both sweet cravings and snack time.

Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.

2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.

3. In another bowl, whisk together the softened butter, milk, and egg until well combined.

4. Stir in the mashed bananas into the wet mixture, then combine the wet and dry ingredients until just moistened.

5. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon to create the filling.

6. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick and sprinkle the filling evenly over the dough.

7. Sprinkle the chopped nuts over the filling, then roll the dough up tightly into a log.

8. Slice the rolled dough into 12 equal pieces and place them cut-side up in the prepared baking dish.

9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

10. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Tips:

For an extra flavor boost, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the wet mixture.
Use ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
These rolls are delicious served warm or at room temperature.

Coconut Cream Vegan Cinnamon Roll Surprise

This Coconut Cream Vegan Cinnamon Roll Surprise is a delightful fusion of creamy coconut and warm cinnamon, perfect for indulging in a guilt-free treat.

Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup coconut sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup coconut milk
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1/4 cup pecans, chopped (optional)
1/2 cup coconut cream

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a baking dish.

2. In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. In another bowl, combine the coconut milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.

4. Gradually incorporate the wet mixture into the dry mixture until a dough forms.

5. On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.

6. Spread the maple syrup evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with cinnamon, shredded coconut, and pecans.

7. Roll the dough tightly to form a log and slice into 1-inch thick rolls.

8. Place the rolls in the greased baking dish and bake for 25 minutes until golden brown.

9. Allow to cool slightly before drizzling with coconut cream on top.

Tips:

For extra coconut flavor, add more shredded coconut on top before baking.
You can substitute coconut milk with almond or soy milk for a different flavor.
These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.