Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake

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Easy Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake is weight watchers friendly, soft, fluffy, & tastes of cinnamon. It has the taste of a cinnamon roll & it is also simpler to prepare; it is less pointy. You do not require yeast or long rising periods. The Weight Watchers easy Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake is a tender base that is swirled with cinnamon sugar and a glaze lightly glazed on top. It is one that goes together quickly with everyday pantry ingredients. It is extravagant yet it works on your WW regimen. Also, it is kid-friendly, family-friendly, and simple to cut into intelligent portions. You are able to bake it and store it in the refrigerator so you could cut it, place it on the table & indulge in it the whole week without conscience.

STATS:

  • Diet: Low-fat, Weight Watchers-friendly
  • Course: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
  • Cuisine: American
  • Time for prep: 10–15 minutes
  • Cooking time: 30–35 minutes
  • Working time (total): 45–50 minutes
  • Size/serving: 1 slice
  • Total yield: 9 slices
  • Level of difficulty: Easy
  • Mode of cooking: Oven-baked

EQUIPMENT:

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • 8×8-inch baking dish
  • Spoon/spatula
  • Oven
  • Measuring cups &spoons
  • Cooling rack

INGREDIENTS:

  • All-purpose flour, one cup
  • 1/2 cup of plain, fat-free Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup of applesauce without sugar
  • One egg
  • 1/4 cup of low-fat milk (oat, almond, or skim)
  • Two tablespoons of sugar substitute (such as erythritol or monk fruit)
  • Use 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • Add 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda
  • Include 1/4 teaspoon of salt
  • Mix in 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extractFor the cinnamon swirl:
  • Two teaspoons of brown sugar replacement
  • One teaspoon of cinnamon
  • Half a tablespoon of melted light butter/margarine

INGREDIENT NOTES:

Flour:

  • Flour all-purpose/white whole grain flour. With gluten-free, it is a 1:1 mix.

Greek yogurt:

  • Provides moisture, protein & no fat. The best points are on the use of plain & non-fat.

Applesauce:

  • It substitutes oil and makes the cake moist. Unsweetened has zero points.

Egg:

  • Gives substance to the batter. Use one large egg or its replacement.

Milk:

  • Any non-dairy (or low-fat) milk will suffice. Go with unflavored.

Sugar substitute:

  • You can use sugar sugar equivalent of your favorite low-calorie sweetener.

Brown sugar substitute:

  • Add flavor cinnamon roll without added sugar.

Light butter:

  • It will provide richness with fewer calories.

Powdered sugar substitute:

  • Glaze Optional. Add only trace amounts of milk to make it drizzle well.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Set the oven temperature to 175°C (350°F).
  2. An 8 × 8-inch baking dish should be lined or greased.
  3. Mix the items like sugar, baking powder substitute in a bowl.
  4. Mix the yogurt, applesauce, milk, egg, & vanilla in a separate bowl.
  5. Don’t overmix; just blend the wet components into the dry while they are smooth.
  6. Fill the baking dish with batter, then level the top.
  7. Combine the cinnamon, melted butter, and brown sugar substitute in a small bowl.
  8. Sprinkle spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the batter. Swirl using a toothpick or knife.
  9. Bake for thirty to thirty-five minutes, till it’s golden brown and a toothpick pushed in the center of the cake comes out clean.
  10. Allow to cool for 10 minutes on an aluminum rack. Mix the glaze components in a small bowl while smooth.
  11. If using, drizzle glaze over the cooled cake.
  12. Before serving, cut into nine pieces.

TIPS:

  • Avoid hyper-mixing the batter, as this causes it to be rough.
  • In case of omitting glaze, put a pinch of cinnamon before or on top of the cake.
  • Use a muffin tin to serve bite-sized cinnamon coffee cake.
  • To be extra naughty add a tablespoon of light cream whipped.
  • Make two times as much and put one in the freezer.

STORAGE DETAILS:

FRIDGE:

  • Keep slices for no less than four days in a sealed bag. In the microwave, reheat for 10 to 15 seconds.

FREEZER:

  • Place a sealed bag in the freezer with each slice wrapped in paper. Freeze for a maximum of one month. To serve, thaw & reheat.

FAQs:

May I replace self-rising flour?

  • Yes. In its case, skip the baking powder & the salt.

Can I keep it dairy-free?

  • Of course. Apply non-dairy yogurt & oat or almond milk.

Do I need to use the glaze?

  • Not at all. It’s not necessary; the cake still tastes delicious without it.

Can I make these into muffins?

  • Yes! Ladle the batter into muffin tins and bake for 20-22 minutes.

Without sugar, is this sweet enough?

  • Yes. The extra swirl of cinnamon has adequate flavor & sweetness.

Is it acceptable to use whole grain flour?

  • Indeed. It provides a richer consistency & it is not incompatible with this dish.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 110
Carbs: 15g
Iron: 0.9mg
Total carbs: 17g
Vitamin A: 50 IU
Fiber: 2g
Calcium: 60mg
Protein: 5g
Sodium: 150mg
Potassium: 140mg
Serving size: 1 slice
Serving: 9
Weight Watchers-Friendly Easy Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake is estimated to contain 2 SmartPoints per serving.