Description
These Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Roll Ups are a quick and delightful snack featuring warm, crispy tortillas filled with creamy cream cheese and coated in a cinnamon and coconut sugar blend. Perfectly paired with maple syrup for dipping, this treat combines sweet and creamy flavors with a satisfying crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Roll Ups
- 2 flour tortillas (gluten free, paleo, or regular), slightly warmed
- 4–6 tbsp cream cheese (regular or vegan)
- 1 tsp butter (vegan or regular)
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1/2 tbsp coconut sugar, plus more for sprinkling
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon, plus more for sprinkling
For Serving
- Maple syrup, for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 tablespoon of coconut sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon. Set this aside; it will be used later for coating the roll ups.
- Warm and Spread Tortillas: Gently warm the tortillas on the stove for a couple of seconds to make them flexible. Then, spread 2 to 3 tablespoons of cream cheese evenly over each tortilla, covering the entire surface. Sprinkle the cream cheese layer with extra cinnamon and coconut sugar (separate from the mixture made earlier) to add an additional sweet-spicy layer.
- Roll and Slice: Roll each tortilla up tightly. Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled tortillas into smaller, bite-sized roll ups for easy cooking and serving.
- Cook the Roll Ups: Heat a pan over medium-low heat and melt the butter. When the butter is hot and bubbling, add the roll ups to the pan. Cook them for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they become crispy and take on a light golden color.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Dip each cooked roll up into the cinnamon sugar mixture prepared earlier. Ensure the roll ups have some butter on their surface from the pan to help the cinnamon sugar stick well. If needed, mix a little more cinnamon and coconut sugar to have enough coating for all pieces.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the roll ups warm, accompanied by maple syrup for dipping. Enjoy the combination of creamy, crispy, and sweet flavors!
Notes
- You can use gluten free, paleo, or regular flour tortillas depending on your dietary preferences.
- For a vegan version, substitute regular cream cheese and butter with vegan alternatives.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon and coconut sugar to suit your taste preference for sweetness and spice.
- Be careful not to overheat the tortillas when warming to avoid drying them out.
- Use a sharp knife for clean slices and easier cooking.
- Maple syrup adds a lovely complement but can be omitted if you prefer less sweetness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cinnamon sugar roll ups, cream cheese roll ups, cinnamon roll ups, sweet snack, easy snack, fried tortilla dessert, cinnamon sugar snack
