This delicious Cinnamon Bun recipe is perfect for your toddler and packed with ingredients that are both healthy and delicious! With easy to follow instructions, it’s the perfect recipe for toddlers in Australia to try out. Packed with cinnamon flavour and the nutritional benefits of fresh fruit, this recipe is sure to delight even the pickiest of eaters.

General Information

• Servings: 12 servings
• Keywords: cinnamon bun, toddler friendly, soft
• Calories: 250 kcal
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fats: 8 g
• Preparation time: 15 minutes
• Cooking time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
• 1 tablespoon (12 g) baking powder
• ½ teaspoon (3 g) baking soda
• 2 tablespoons (25 g) light brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons (10 g) ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons (37 g) softened butter
• 2 tablespoons (25 g) organic cornstarch
• 1 cup (240 ml) lukewarm milk
• 2 tablespoons (30 g) non-dairy spread
• ½ cup (60 g) sultanas
• ¼ cup (30 g) chopped pecan nuts
• 2 tablespoons (20 g) raisins

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) pan with butter or non-dairy spread and dust lightly with flour.

2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Mix until fully combined.

3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and cornstarch until light and fluffy.

4. Slowly stir in the milk and mix until completely combined.

5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.

6. Turn the dough onto a lightly-floured surface and knead for a few minutes until it is smooth and pliable.

7. Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, about 12x18 inches (30x45 cm).

8. Spread the non-dairy spread over the dough, leaving a ½-inch (1 cm) border.

9. Sprinkle the sultanas, pecans, and raisins over the top of the spread.

10. Roll up the dough along the long side, jelly-roll style.

11. Cut the rolled dough into 12 equal slices and place them in the greased pan.

12. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until golden-brown.

13. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Recommended Sides

These cinnamon buns are perfect with a dollop of non-dairy vanilla ice cream (and a generous sprinkling of laughter from the kiddos). For a savory side, try making some roasted sweet potatoes or steamed broccoli.

Happy baking! 🍞