I love cinnamon rolls like my Yeast-Free Cinnamon Rolls or Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls, but I wanted to make something different. I felt like a muffin, but I also wanted the classic cinnamon roll flavors. Cinnamon knots were the obvious choice because each knot of the braiding is like a moist mini cinnamon roll.
These cinnamon treats are made with just 5 simple ingredients, entirely plant-based, and each serving packs a 11 grams of natural protein. Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack, these knots are both delicious and nutritious.
The natural sweetness of bananas paired with the cinnamon makes these knots irresistible, while their high-protein content keeps you fueled throughout the day.
Ingredients and Substitutions
Self-Rising Flour – Self-rising flour is a combination of all-purpose flour and baking powder. You can make your own if you need, read the recipe notes! Banana – You need a large banana for the dough and some banana for the filling. The sweetness of the bananas will make the sweetness of the dough, so pick ripe bananas if you like it sweet. Yogurt – I use coconut yogurt for this recipe, but any plant-based yogurt works fine. Coconut Sugar – I like to use unrefined sugar instead of classic white sugar. Coconut sugar is a great option, but you can also use brown sugar or even sugar-free alternatives. Cinnamon – There’s no cinnamon roll flavor without cinnamon.
How to Make Banana Cinnamon Knots
The dough is super simple to make, like for my Banana Scones, the only trick is the braiding.
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