Spelt Cinnamon Rolls

Soft, Sweet, and Wholesome

Spelt Cinnamon Rolls are a healthy twist on a classic favourite. Nutty spelt flour creates soft, tender dough while a cinnamon-sugar filling adds warmth and sweetness. These rolls are fluffy, lightly sweet, and perfect for any morning or brunch.

Easy to make and naturally flavourful, they pair well with tea, coffee, or a drizzle of icing. The recipe balances indulgence with wholesome ingredients, making it a treat you can feel good about.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Soft, tender rolls with a nutty spelt flavour
Sweet, spiced cinnamon filling
Simple enough for home bakers
Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or snacks

A classic comfort treat made healthier with spelt flour, still soft, fluffy, and irresistibly fragrant.

Cuisine: British

Courses: Breakfast, Brunch

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 8

Estimated Cost: 6

Calories: 250

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

Soft spelt dough rolled with cinnamon and sugar, baked to golden perfection. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.

Ingredients

For the dough:

250 g spelt flour
7 g dried yeast
50 g sugar
120 ml warm milk or plant-based
50 g butter (melted)
1 egg
¼ tsp salt

For the filling:

50 g brown sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
25 g butter (softened)

Optional icing:

50 g icing sugar
1-2 tsp milk

Instructions

Prepare the dough.

1
In a bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit 5 minutes. Add spelt flour, melted butter, egg, and salt. Knead into a soft dough.

First rise.

2
Cover and leave in a warm place for 45–60 minutes until doubled in size.

Roll out dough.

3
Roll dough on floured surface into a rectangle (approx. 30x20 cm).

Add filling.

4
Spread softened butter over dough. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over butter.

Shape rolls.

5
Roll dough tightly from long edge. Cut into 8 equal rolls. Place in greased baking tray.

Second rise.

6
Cover and let rise 15–20 minutes.

Bake.

7
Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Bake rolls 18–20 minutes until golden.

Optional icing.

8
Mix icing sugar and milk, drizzle over warm rolls. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Cholesterol 40mg14%
Sodium 130mg6%
Potassium 120mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 36g12%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Sugars 12g
Protein 6g12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Additional Notes

Store cooled rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freeze unbaked rolls for up to 1 month; bake from frozen adding 2–3 minutes.
Spelt flour absorbs less water than wheat; adjust milk if dough feels dry.

Keywords: spelt cinnamon rolls, spelt bread, breakfast rolls, sweet rolls, healthy baking

Tips & Variations

Nutty twist: Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the filling.
Fruit filling: Add raisins or chopped dates for extra sweetness.
Vegan option: Replace butter with coconut oil and milk with plant-based alternative.
Spiced upgrade: Add nutmeg or cardamom to the cinnamon sugar filling.

Conclusion

Spelt Cinnamon Rolls are soft, aromatic, and easy to make. They bring a comforting touch to breakfast or brunch while being slightly healthier than traditional rolls. Enjoy warm, fresh from the oven with optional icing for a delightful start to your day.

Read it online: https://greatbritishspeltrecipes.com/recipe/spelt-cinnamon-rolls/

Valentina

A dietitian with a passion for spelt cooking. After trying different diets, I found spelt works best in my kitchen. Join me for simple, delicious recipes that bring out the best in this ancient grain!