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Quick Breakfast Ideas Cinnamon Roll Protein Crepes

Some mornings call for something quick but comforting, and that’s exactly where these cinnamon roll protein crepes come in. They’ve got the cozy swirl of a homemade cinnamon roll recipe but without the long rise times that test everyone’s patience. I mean, who really has time to knead dough before coffee? Not me. These crepes balance that sweet-spiced flavor we all crave with a light, protein-packed base. It’s like if canned cinnamon roll recipes grew up, got a little fancier, and decided to hit the gym. The filling reminds me of cinnamon roll cheesecake recipes with its creamy tang, but it’s light enough for breakfast ideas that don’t make you want to crawl back to bed. Sometimes I even play around with different crepes filling ideas—fruit one day, a touch of yogurt the next—depending on what I’ve got in the fridge. So if you’re looking for breakfast ideas that feel indulgent but still keep you moving, these crepes hit that sweet spot. They’re quick, flexible, and just plain fun to make. And honestly, flipping a crepe without tearing it is one of those tiny victories that makes the day better right away.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keywords: Breakfast Ideas, canned cinnamon roll recipes, cinnamon roll cheesecake recipes, Crepes Filling Ideas, homemade cinnamon roll recipe, quick breakfast ideas
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Linda

Ingredients

  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Cooking spray or butter for pan
  • 2 tablespoons light cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
  • Extra cinnamon for topping

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together protein powder, eggs, almond milk, flour, and cinnamon until smooth.
  2. Heat a nonstick skillet lightly greased with cooking spray over medium heat.
  3. Pour a small amount of batter into the skillet, tilting to spread thin.
  4. Cook for 1–2 minutes until edges lift easily, then flip and cook the other side for 1 minute.
  5. Mix cream cheese with maple syrup for the filling.
  6. Spread filling onto warm crepes, roll them up, and dust with extra cinnamon.