Cinnamon Roll Waffles

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My cinnamon roll waffles are light and fluffy, with a crispy bite and a gooey coconut butter glaze. They’re what we make when we can’t decide between waffles and cinnamon rolls!

cinnamon roll waffles.

Cinnamon roll waffles that are secretly healthy.

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When I have even 5 minutes to spare in my morning, I love making waffles for my family. As much as I love a classic plain waffle, there’s something extra special about cinnamon waffles. For this recipe, I use basic ingredients…with a few twists. By using egg whites instead of whole eggs, we’re able to get fluffier results, and the use of coconut flour over regular flour gives the waffles a lovely cakey bite. 

If you love waffles as much as my family does, try my protein waffles, savory waffles, or oatmeal waffles next.

Key Ingredients

  • Coconut flour. I chose coconut flour over traditional flour because it’s absorbent, adds flavor, and yields a cake-like texture. 
  • Sugar. I used white sugar, but brown sugar or sweetener can be used. 
  • Ground cinnamon. I highly recommend Saigon cinnamon, as it provides the most robust and flavorful cinnamon. 
  • Baking powder. To ensure the waffles rise. 
  • Egg whites. Egg whites, as opposed to whole eggs, avoid the eggy flavor you can sometimes get from low-carb waffles. They also help make the waffles fluffy. 
  • Milk. I used coconut milk, but almond, cashew, and other dairy-free (or dairy!) milk will work. 
  • Vanilla extract. To bring out the natural sweetness.
  • Plain yogurt. Help keep the waffles moist and ensure they don’t dry out. Feel free to use any type of yogurt here.  
  • Coconut oil. Gives the waffles a crispy exterior. 
  • Coconut butter. To drizzle on top.  

How to make cinnamon roll waffles

I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Mix. Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl. Whisk in the wet ingredients. Let the batter mixture rest briefly. Add more milk to achieve the desired texture. 

Cook. Grease a preheated waffle iron, pour the batter, and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Repeat with the remaining batter. 

Serve. Serve the waffles warm with a drizzle of warm coconut butter and extra cinnamon.

Cinnamon Roll Waffles Recipe.

Arman’s recipe tips

  • Use plenty of non-stick spray. Whenever my waffles get stuck to the waffle maker, 9 times out of 10, it’s because I didn’t use enough cooking spray. 
  • Use regular flour. If you don’t mind the extra carbs, feel free to use all-purpose flour (or oat flour) instead. Just note you will need an extra 3-4 tablespoons of flour if you go this route, as coconut flour is much more absorbent. 
  • Cream cheese icing. Swap out the coconut butter for a drizzle of your favorite cream cheese frosting (or just mix some yogurt with sugar).
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Cinnamon Roll Waffles

4.95 from 20 votes
These cinnamon roll waffles are soft and pillowy inside and crispy on the outside. Packed with protein, these dessert-inspired waffles are a healthy breakfast option that takes only a few minutes to make.
Servings: 1 serving
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 10 minutes

Ingredients  

Instructions 

  • In a large mixing bowl, add the coconut flour, sugar, cinnamon, and baking powder. Add your egg whites, milk, Greek yogurt, and coconut oil and whisk very well until no clumps remain. Let the batter sit for 10 minutes to thicken. If the batter is too thick, add a dash more milk.
  • Heat waffle iron and once hot, pour the batter and cook until crispy. Repeat until all the batter is used up.
  • Place waffles on a plate and drizzle with coconut butter and shake more cinnamon on top.

Notes

TO STORE: Keep any leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. 
TO FREEZE: Freeze extra waffles in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. 
TO REHEAT: If I’m only reheating 1-2 waffles, I’ll microwave them for 15-20 seconds. When I’m reheating multiple, I’ll bake them in the oven (or toaster oven) at 350F for 10-12 minutes or until warm. 
To make pancakes: If you don’t have a waffle iron, pour the waffle batter into a preheated, well-oiled skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 344kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 21gFat: 17gSodium: 486mgPotassium: 284mgFiber: 15gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 13IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 228mgIron: 2mgNET CARBS: 11g
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Author: Arman Liew
Tried this recipe?Give us a shout at @thebigmansworld or tag #thebigmansworld!

Originally updated November 2019, updated and republished December 2024

Arman Liew

I’m a two time cookbook author, photographer, and writer, and passionate about creating easy and healthier recipes. I believe you don’t need to be experienced in the kitchen to make good food using simple ingredients that most importantly, taste delicious.

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  1. I can’t remember the last time I had a cinnabon, although I doused this mornings French toast in cinnamon. Does that count? Actually, I’ve got one better. Monkey bread from Breadsmith. It’s to die for, and I have four batches of it right now. 🙂

  2. Cinnamon roll waffles?! Ooooh so much yes! If I ever make it to Australia we are going to have an epic brunch and these waffles are going to be part of it. I found out a while ago that some wines weren’t actually veggie friendly and I was really surprised. I don’t drink much but I’m glad I found out, just for future reference! I still haven’t gotten around to really appreciating red wine but I enjoy a glass of white wine every now and then. Hope you’ve had a wonderful weekend, Arman!

  3. Can wait to hear about your time in sydney! Learning about vegetarian/vegan wines sounds very cool! And this waffle? Um, yes please. 🙂

  4. Wait, what makes regular wine non-vegan? #dietitianfail

    These look amazing though! I can’t eat anything from Cinnabon, but homemade cinnamon buns are the best! Too bad I’m lazy and rarely ever make them lol.

    1. Haahahaha. I shall fill you in!

      I need to tell you the story of the time I made cinnamon buns and they OVERFLOWED in my oven.

  5. So… I spike almost ALL my food with cinnamon, so can that be my answer? You did see my half kilo bag of the stuff, right? Sad thing is that it probably won’t even last me that long 😆 Can you spike cinnamon with water? Oooo maybe yes!

    1. Not going to lie, I was envious. The biggest cinnamon canisters here are ridiculous.

      …Cinnamon water sounds like punishment.

  6. Omg if this is what I can expect in the Ebook, I’m super excited!! You know this girl loves some pancakes and well waffles – they are the bees knees! Love that you added an icing to these, I bet these are better than cinnamon buns! Certainly they are healthier!

  7. Would this batter work for pancakes?
    I do not have a waffle-maker.

    WAFFFFFFFFFFLES (said in Donkey’s voice)

  8. I really only like dessert wines because they are sweet. I have to say, I like my alcohol spiked with sugar and with a salted rim (margaritas!) My favorite use for cinnamon is probably in my almond milk steamers. They are so good!
    I need to make these waffles…but since I do not have a waffle maker, they will be in pancake form 🙂 Thanks for sharing! Cinnamon is super good for you.

  9. You may have just inspired me to purchase a waffle iron, these look amazing! I know my daughter would devour them! Congrats on taking the plunge, I know your e-book will be a knockout!

  10. This totally reminds me that I need to get some more cinnamon at the grocery store today! Now, who wants to throw me a waffle maker?! I only accept ones that can create fun-shaped waffles though. Forgive my high expectations.