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Cinnamon Roll Cake

ByHannah Peterson

Diabetic-Friendly | Low Carb | Sweet Cinnamon Treat

If you love the warm flavor of cinnamon rolls but want something simpler and lower in sugar, this Cinnamon Roll Cake is a perfect alternative. It has the same comforting cinnamon swirl and sweet glaze as traditional cinnamon rolls, but in an easy-to-make cake form.

This version uses low-carb ingredients and sugar-free sweeteners, making it suitable for those following a diabetic-friendly or reduced-carb lifestyle.

🥘 Ingredients (Serves 9)

For the Cake

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • ⅓ cup powdered monk fruit or erythritol sweetener
  • 3 eggs
  • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

For the Cinnamon Swirl

  • 3 tbsp butter, melted
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar substitute (monk fruit blend)
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon

For the Glaze

  • ½ cup powdered erythritol
  • 2–3 tbsp heavy cream
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 baking dish.

Step 2: Prepare the Cake Batter

In a bowl mix:

  • Almond flour
  • Coconut flour
  • Sweetener
  • Baking powder
  • Salt

Add:

  • Eggs
  • Almond milk
  • Melted butter
  • Vanilla

Mix until smooth.

Step 3: Make the Cinnamon Swirl

Combine:

  • Melted butter
  • Brown sugar substitute
  • Cinnamon

Step 4: Assemble

  1. Pour cake batter into the baking dish.
  2. Spoon the cinnamon mixture over the batter.
  3. Use a knife to swirl it through the batter.

Step 5: Bake

Bake for 30–35 minutes until the cake is golden and set.

Step 6: Add the Glaze

Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle over the warm cake.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

This cake is perfect with:

  • Morning coffee or tea
  • Greek yogurt
  • Fresh berries
  • Sugar-free whipped cream

Great for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

📊 Portion & Blood Sugar Tips

✔ Stick to one slice per serving.
✔ Use monk fruit or erythritol instead of regular sugar.
✔ Almond flour helps provide healthy fats and protein.
✔ Pair with protein foods like eggs or yogurt for balanced blood sugar.

🥗 Nutrition (Per Serving – 9 slices)

  • Calories: 220–240
  • Carbohydrates: 7–8g
  • Net Carbs: 3–4g
  • Protein: 6–7g
  • Fat: 20–22g
  • Added Sugar: 0g

This Cinnamon Roll Cake captures the cozy flavor of classic cinnamon rolls while being easier to make and lower in carbohydrates. It’s soft, sweet, and perfectly spiced—making it a delicious treat for anyone following a low-carb or diabetic-friendly lifestyle.

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