Cinnamon Beet Rolls

Cinnamon Beet Rolls

a delicious pink take on cinnamon rolls

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 30m
Cook Time: 15m
Total Time: 3h 15m
Temp.: 400 °F
Servings: 24
Difficulty: Easy
4.8 (16 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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for the filling

Nutritional Information

260
calories
16,3g
fat
24,8g
carbohydrates
5g
protein
55mg
cholesterol
229mg
sodium
Cinnamon Beet Rolls

Recipe Description

These Cinnamon Beet Rolls are a delicious take on the traditional Scandavian cinnamon roll that we have all grown to love. Who can resist the smell of these buns in a warm kitchen on a cold day? In this recipe I combine cinnamon, yeasty dough and a brown sugar filling with beets to create a pink version of the scandi classic!

 I start by making the dough from beets, egg, buttermilk, sugar, butter, zest, salt and flour. While the dough is rising, I make the filling from muscovado sugar, cinnamon, and ginger. To assemble these rolls, I spread butter on rolled out rectangles of dough and sprinkle the filling on top. Roll ‘em up and bake ‘em for the sweetest smelling kitchen between here and Copenhagen.

To make Cinnamon Beet Rolls, you will need the following ingredien:

Cinnamon Beet Rolls Recipe-How To Make Cinnamon Beet Rolls -Delicious Cinnamon Beet Rolls

So, how to make Cinnamon Beet Rolls?

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Dissolve yeast

    3 min
    Step 1 - Cinnamon Beet Rolls

    Place the sugar in warm water in the bowl of a stand mixer. Sprinkle over the yeast. Leave to stand until the yeast starts to foam.

  2. 2

    Combine beets, egg, buttermilk, sugar, butter, zest, and salt

    2 min
    Step 2 - Cinnamon Beet Rolls

    Combine the beets, egg, buttermilk, sugar, butter, zest, and salt using the paddle attachment.

  3. 3

    Add flour

    5 min
    Step 3 - Cinnamon Beet RollsStep 3 - Cinnamon Beet Rolls

    Add half of the flour to the beet mixture and combine using the paddle attachment. Switch to the dough hook attachment and add the remaining flour. Knead for about 5 minutes until the dough comes together in a ball.

  4. 4

    Allow the dough to rise

    2h
    Step 4 - Cinnamon Beet Rolls

    Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and cover. Allow to rise at room temperature for 1 ½ to 2 hours or in the refrigerator overnight.

  5. 5

    Heat the oven and line two baking sheets

    5 min
    Step 5 - Cinnamon Beet Rolls

    Preheat the oven to 400 °F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

  6. 6

    Prepare the filling

    2 min
    Step 6 - Cinnamon Beet Rolls

    Mix the muscovado sugar, cinnamon, and ginger together in a small bowl.

  7. 7

    Roll out the dough

    3 min
    Step 7 - Cinnamon Beet Rolls

    Divide the dough into two portions. Roll out each portion into a rectangle about 13 x 20 inches on a floured surface.

  8. 8

    Add the filling

    2 min
    Step 8 - Cinnamon Beet Rolls

    Spread half of the butter on each rectangle and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar filling mixture. Leave a ½ inch border around the edges.

  9. 9

    Assemble the rolls

    3 min

    Roll the dough lengthwise into tight rolls. Pinch the edges shut, and place the rolls seam side down. Cut each log into 12 pieces, alternating cuts on the diagonal. Press down firmly on top with your index finger to shape.

  10. 10

    Bake

    47 min
    Step 10 - Cinnamon Beet RollsStep 10 - Cinnamon Beet Rolls

    Place rolls at least 2 inches apart on the baking sheets. Cover and allow the rolls to rise again for 30 minutes. Paint on egg wash and sprinkle with turbinado sugar. Bake the rolls in the oven for 14-18 minutes until they are golden brown on top.

  11. 11

    Brush with syrup

    3 min
    Step 11 - Cinnamon Beet Rolls

    While the rolls are still hot from the oven, brush them with the sugar water syrup to add shine, rich color and sweetness.

  12. 12

    Serve

    Step 12 - Cinnamon Beet Rolls

    Serve warm.

Cinnamon Beet Rolls look cute and taste even better! Try them soon and don’t forget to come back and leave a review below.

About the author

Bethany Lim

Bethany is very passionate about maintaining a healthy lifestyle and clean diet. She’s trying to cut meat out of her diet as much as possible and focuses on cooking vegetarian food and fish. Bethany gets a kick from finding ways to add new twists to classic dishes. What’s more, thanks to her Asian roots, she’s great at combining different cuisines to come up with something extraordinary. Bethany’s recipes will inspire you to add new colors and flavors to your everyday meals.

Recipe Reviews

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4.8 out of 5 (16 reviews)
Yvette
April 17, 2025
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Superb cinnamon rolls!

John
December 23, 2024
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Fantastic! My kids love them and they smell amazing fresh out of the oven. A wonderful twist on the classic.

Clara
December 17, 2024
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So easy, love!

Gerry
November 15, 2024
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Thankful for delicious.

Uly
August 26, 2024
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Superb recipe here!

Quenotte
March 4, 2024
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Unique and beautiful!

Olive
October 16, 2023
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These rolls are bomb! I made them for my book club, and everyone went crazy over them!

Quinn
October 15, 2023
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These Cinnamon Beet Rolls were a hit at my last dinner party! I was suprised how easy they were to make, and the color was just stunning. Everyone loved the sweet and spicy filling; it brought back memories of baking with my grandma. Totally recommended!

Yuri
October 10, 2023
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These Cinnamon Beet Rolls are a game changer! I made 'em for a brunch last weekend, and everyone was blown away. Who knew beets could taste so sweet? Love this twist!

Paul Henderson
August 5, 2022
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Loved every bite!

Patty76
September 22, 2021
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These rolls are just lovely. I made them for my family on a chilly Sunday morning, and the pink color had everyone smiling. A unique twist that made breakfast special.

Cris
March 29, 2021
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Tried these Cinnamon Beet Rolls and wow, they were delish. Made 'em for a family brunch and my kids loved the bright pink color. The dough was easy to handle, and they smelled amazing while baking. Def gonna make again for special occasions.

Olivia
February 5, 2021
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I just baked these Cinnamon Beet Rolls and wow, they turned out super awesome! My niece loved helpin' me in the kitchen. The pink color is just so cute. It's a fun twist on the classic rolls. Totally recommend it for a cozy day!

Olivia Smith
December 1, 2020
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Absolutely loved these.

David
January 22, 2020
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I made these Cinnamon Beet Rolls for my family last Sunday. They were a hit, especially with my kids who loved the pink color. The beets add a unique twist and the recipe is easy to follow. Thank you for sharing this delightful recipe.

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