Description
Craving something crispy, creamy, and keto-friendly? These Keto Cinnamon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups are the perfect low-carb treat! Made with simple ingredients, they deliver a sweet cinnamon flavor with a creamy, rich filling—all while keeping your carbs in check. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a quick snack, these roll-ups are easy to make, crispy on the outside, and irresistibly delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dough:
- ¾ cup almond flour
- 1 tbsp ground flax meal
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (melted)
- ¼ tsp xanthan gum (for elasticity)
For the Filling:
- 2 oz full-fat cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp keto-friendly sweetener (monk fruit, erythritol, or Swerve)
- 2 ½ tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 tbsp softened butter
For Topping (Optional):
- Melted butter for brushing
- Extra cinnamon & sweetener for sprinkling
Instructions
Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make the Dough
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the mozzarella cheese until fully melted. Stir well.
- Add almond flour, flax meal, eggs, and xanthan gum. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
- Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it into a ¼-inch thick rectangle.
Prepare the Filling
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sweetener, cinnamon, and butter until smooth.
Assemble the Roll-Ups
- Spread the cinnamon-cream cheese filling evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans if using.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 1-inch pieces.
Bake to Perfection
- Place rolls cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with extra cinnamon-sweetener mix.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Cool & Serve
- Let the roll-ups cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm with your favorite keto-friendly coffee or tea!
Notes
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes for a crispy texture.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free cream cheese and coconut oil instead of butter.
- Sweetener Choice: Monk fruit, erythritol, or Swerve work best. Adjust to taste.
- Air Fryer Option: Cook at 375°F for 8-10 minutes for an even crispier result.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto, Low-Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll-up
- Calories: 174 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g (Net Carbs: 2g)
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: keto cinnamon rolls, low-carb snacks, cream cheese roll-ups, gluten-free dessert