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Mochi Cinnamon Rolls | Chewy & Indulgent

Soft, chewy mochi dough spiraled with warm cinnamon-sugar filling—a Japanese-Western fusion dessert that tastes decadent but cuts 40% of calories through smart butter and cream swaps. Ready in under an hour with zero guilt.

20m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

Servings

348

Calories

22g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 1 cup sweet rice flour (mochiko)
✓ 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
✓ 1/4 cup granulated sugar
✓ 1/2 tsp salt
✓ 1/2 cup whole milk (room temperature)
✓ 1 tbsp neutral oil
✓ 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
✓ 2 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
✓ 2 tbsp virgin coconut oil (softened)
✓ 2 tbsp brown sugar
✓ 1 tbsp coconut sugar
✓ 2 tsp ground cinnamon
✓ 1/3 cup Greek yogurt (0% fat)
✓ 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
✓ 1/4 cup powdered sugar (sifted)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk sweet rice flour, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. This creates the tender, chewy base.

2. Create Wet Mixture: Combine whole milk, neutral oil, and vanilla extract in a small bowl. Stir until fully incorporated.

3. Combine & Knead: Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture. Stir gently until a soft, sticky dough forms. Knead by hand for 2–3 minutes until smooth and slightly elastic; the dough should feel like soft playdough.

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4. Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, mix softened butter, coconut oil, brown sugar, coconut sugar, and ground cinnamon until a paste forms. Set aside.

5. Roll & Fill: On a piece of plastic wrap lightly dusted with sweet rice flour, flatten dough into a 6×8 inch rectangle. Spread cinnamon-sugar filling evenly across, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Starting from the long edge, tightly roll into a log. Use the plastic wrap to help guide the roll.

6. Slice & Arrange: Cut the log in half with a sharp knife dipped in warm water (to prevent sticking). Place both rolls on a parchment-lined small baking sheet, spiral-side up.

7. Bake Until Golden: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 22–25 minutes until the tops are light golden and a toothpick inserted into the thickest part comes out clean. The mochi will puff slightly.

8. Make Glaze: While rolls bake, whisk Greek yogurt, almond milk, and powdered sugar in a small bowl until smooth and pourable. The glaze should have a thick but drizzle-able consistency.

9. Glaze & Serve: Let rolls cool for 3–5 minutes on the baking sheet. Drizzle warm rolls generously with Greek yogurt glaze. Serve immediately for maximum chewiness.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories348 kcal

Protein22g

Carbohydrates54g

Fat10g

🏷️ Tags

#mochi dessert recipe#low-calorie cinnamon rolls#chewy mochi treats

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