Cinnamon Tortilla Rolls
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Cinnamon Tortilla Rolls only require 4 ingredients, are easy enough for kids to make, and they really do taste like mini cinnamon rolls. Yum!
Why We Love Tortilla Cinnamon Rolls
Similar to our Cinnamon Toast made in the oven, this is one of those snacks that we–both the kids themselves and I–have been making for years. You can thank my 1st grader son, Ben, for making sure Cinnamon Tortilla Rolls ended up on our website finally.
“Mom, tell them that this is my recipe!” he said. Guys, he did teach me this one. He learned a version of it in preschool, and we’ve been making a 20 second microwave version ever since.
I love that they are so easy to make and a bit healthier than other sweet treats (especially if you use a whole wheat tortilla). Plus, my kids feel so accomplished when they make this themselves!
Ingredients Needed
Only 4 ingredients are required and you can keep these on hand all the time. Did you know you can even freeze tortillas?
- Whole wheat tortillas – I like to use Stacy’s Organic Whole Wheat Tortillas because of the clean ingredients. Or feel free to use gluten-free tortillas, if desired.
- Butter – Or substitute vegan butter for dairy-free version.
- Sugar – Use coconut sugar for a little healthier option.
- Cinnamon
How to Make Cinnamon Tortilla Rolls
Check out how darn simple this is. Your kids can even make it.
Step 1: Spread some butter on one side of a whole wheat tortilla or Flat-Out bread.
Step 2: Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
Step 3: Roll it up and microwave it until soft and melty–only about 20 seconds.
Step 4: Cut them into bite-sized pieces. If you want to get fancy and really wow the neighbor kids, arrange them like this with a dusting of extra sugar and cinnamon. They will be gone in no time!
More Easy Snacks Kids Can Make
Want to try some other super quick after school snacks? You’re gonna love these:
- Homemade Granola
- Peanut Butter Chocolate-Covered Pretzels
- Powerball Cookies
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls
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Cinnamon Tortilla Rolls
Kids love to make and enjoy this easy treat that tastes a lot like cinnamon rolls. Moms love that they are a whole lot better for kids than cinnamon rolls.
Ingredients
- 1 (8-inch) whole wheat tortilla
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 teaspoon sugar, or to taste (you can use coconut sugar as a healthier alternative)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste
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Instructions
- Lay a tortilla on a plate, and spread butter all over one side.
- Sprinkle a thin layer of sugar on top of the butter.
- Sprinkle a thin dusting of cinnamon over the top.
- Microwave the tortilla until the butter is melted and tortilla is soft, about 15 seconds or so. (Alternately, you can place this on a sheet pan and put it under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until melted. Watch closely!)
- Roll up the tortilla and cut into 1 inch pieces. Enjoy!
Notes/Tips
- Gluten-Free Version: Use gluten-free tortillas or corn tortillas.
- Dairy-Free Version: Use vegan butter or ghee (which is lactose free clarified butter).
These were so good!!! They weren’t too sweet and were so satisfying perfect all around! Thank you so much!
So glad you enjoyed these Ida! Thanks for leaving a review.
These are awesome! Except, instead of microwaving, I put them in the oven (350 degrees) until they got a little crispy, then served them with vanilla ice cream.
Ooh that sounds amazing Linda! I was just thinking we could do that in the air fryer. Thanks for the suggestion!
My elementary school kiddo LOVES to make her snacks herself. And she makes this one frequently!