Everyone. It’s time to meet Red. No, not the color. Red is my brother.
Over time I am sure you will meet all six of my siblings, but today we are talking about Red. He is more commonly known around here as Shred Doggy, Shredman G or Shredeo. Red (Ok, technically his name is Redmond, Redmond Baird Gerard – my parents have a thing for strange, well really odd names) is my 12-year-old superstar of a brother.
Well, he would not call himself a superstar, but in my eyes he’s a Superstar. He does things like front double tens, apparently it’s three spins while doing two flips 30 feet or more in the air. At least that’s what I think a front double ten is, I get pretty confused after the first spin.
I had to go over that last sentence like three times with him. Finally, he got too frustrated and walked away.
He is the most energetic kid you will ever meet. He was just telling me how tired his legs were while spinning himself across the kitchen floor. Even when he is tired, he’s still spinning. He does not stop.
He lives a life that probably any 12-year old boy would love to live. Wait, let me rephrase that, he lives a life that probably anyone would want to live. He travels all over the place. In the last month he has been to Switzerland, Park City, Lake Tahoe, Los Angeles, Big Bear and next it’s back to Park City. He wakes up and pretty much everyday and goes snowboarding. Oh, and he gets boxes and boxes and boxes (seriously, I am not exaggerating) of stuff from Burton, Arnette and a few other sponsors. Yeah, I told you he’s got the life.
Right about now I am guessing you are you asking your self “what about school”? Yup, you guessed it, he is home schooled.
Even though the kid has the life, he works hard. He loves snowboarding, and the attention he gets from magazines and his sponsors has not changed him in the least. He snowboards cause he loves it. He loves flying through air, he loves going fast and he just wants to have fun!
Check him out for yourself. I am not going to lie, it’s kind of amazing. And remember he is only 12.
Ok, switching gears. That was way too much snowboard talk for me, like way too much.
I made you Mini Cinnamon Buns. Oh and I made them in 30 minutes. Yup, 30 minutes! Oh, and I healthified them fo you. So now you can pop like 3 of 4 or maybe even 5 and not feel guilty! I am not going to sit here and tell you that these are better than the real thing, but they way easier and still insanely addicting! Plus, you will not get the sugar comma you probably enter after eating one from the Cinnabon place ate the airport! It’s good to get some whole grain in every once and a while!
Healthy and Quick and insanely Delicious? Yup! I told Asher to leave some for tomorrow and she said “but, these things are so good”.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (I actually used less)
- 2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Spray a mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
- To make the dough place the flour, brown sugar, baking powder and salt in a medium size mixing bowl. Stir in the buttermilk until a dough ball forms. Turn out onto a heavily floured surface (if there is not enough flour the dough will stick to the counter when you are trying to roll the dough into a log). Roll the dough into an a rectangle about 1/4th inch thick. If the dough sticks to the rolling pin add more a sprinkle more of flour, but try and add as little flour as you can. The more flour you add the dryer the dough will be.
- Spread the melted coconut oil all over the dough and then sprinkle with the brown sugar and cinnamon. I like to use my hands to spread the sugar around the dough, again I ender up using probably a litte less than a 1/4 a cup. Roll into a log and cut into 15 or 16 equal buns (If some of the dough rips while rolling, just pinch it back together. It is no big deal, dont stress!). Place the buns into the prepared muffin tins. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the buns are lightly browned. Allow to cool for about 5 minutes and spoon icing over top each bun.
- To make the icing mix the powder sugar, milk and vanilla in a small bowl until smooth. Serve with the cinnamon buns.
Why are mini foods so cute?
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WOW!!!! This sounds easy and more healthy for sure. I am amazed there is no butter or shortening in the dough. I have never made cinnamon rolls without using yeast bread.
I know it is is pretty awesome! I mean I am not going to sit here and tell you they are better than the real thing, but they are really yummy! Especially since they are actually pretty good for you! You would never know, though!
WOW!!! Just watched your brother snowboarding. He is great!!!!!!
It is crazy, I do not know how he does it!
I only have Whole Wheat Flour, is that different than Whole Wheat Pastry Flour? I’m dying to try this, but don’t want the flour your recommend.
I would recommend using half white flour and half whole wheat flour. Using all whole wheat flour would work, but the cinnamon rolls will be more dense and dry. You can give it a try, but I can not promise the same results. Let me know how it goes! Enjoy!
I mean’t to say I dont “have” the flour you recommend. Sorry
Love that you used whole wheat pastry flour for these buns. Definitely healthier! And knowing that I don’t have to feel guilty after eating these is great! Thanks!
These look amazing. Thanks for the recipe.
over from Flour Me…:)
Your brother sounds amazing! Good for him. I hope we see him in the Olympics one year! These cinnamon buns? Wow Wee! Thanks for sharing at Show Me Your Plaid Monday’s!
They look amazing! I need to try these because we love cinnamon rolls, but they take so long to make traditional. I also love that you added whole wheat.
Thanks for the recipe.
KC
I noticed this recipe doesn’t call for yeast. I’ve been looking for a simple recipe. Thanks for sharing!
He sounds like my daughter. Oh, the energy. I just hope she harnesses it for good instead of evil.
These cinnamon rolls are amazing!
Thanks Dorothy!
Your brother sounds like a great kid, and these buns sound amazing!
Thank you!
How on earth did you get that great pic of the frosting dripping off the spoon? You are so talented! and the buns look yummy..(.”yummie bunnies”)!
Thank you!
Great to know about other homeschooled kids! Your cinnamon buns are utterly adorable! And I love the whole wheat, too!
These are literally so darling! And I love when I can find a recipe that whole wheat!! Definitely pinning for later!
These look delicious! I’m going to make them this weekend.
I would like to invite you to link up to my party, Manic Monday. http://cupcake-n-bake.blogspot.com/2013/03/manic-monday-7.html
Hope to see you there!
This is a must try! Looks scrumptious! Karin
You note in the directions to add in the “baking soda, baking powder” into the bowl, however you did not list baking soda in the ingredients so I am lost as to how much
am I reading wrong?
The is no baking soda in the recipe. Really sorry about that!
That is amazing…the snowboarding and the cinnamon rolls!! I am in complete awe of how easy he makes it look!!! Now pass me a few of those healthified cinnamon rolls while I just sit here at my desk doing nothing
I know right, I have no idea how he does it!
Since they are mini, I can have like… what?? 15?? Pinned it. Thanks for sharing on Two Cup Tuesday at Pint Sized Baker. Hope to see ya again Monday night!
I found you through Your Homebased Mom. Thanks for the great-looking recipe. I ziplisted it.
What a fab idea – I can totally see making these on a normal (busy) day. You’ve made my family very happy! Thanks so much,
Resa ~ Pitcher and Plate
These look delish! With whole wheat and coconut oil, I will have to try these asap!
Thank you!
Red does sound like quite the guy! Glad he is enjoying his life the way he does
Thank you for sharing this quick recipe at the ALL MY BLOGGY FRIENDS party as well !
Another delicious-looking recipe! You are officially being followed
Thanks for following!!! I will try and keep it up!
WHAT? ha. Yes, it’s me again from your thai peanut soup post. You’re the mastermind behind these as well??? I followed you from Rattlebridge Farm’s link party (as I mentioned in my last comment). Now I’m off to properly stalk your blog!
HA! I love a good blog stalker!
I’m not sure what I liked more…the stories about your brother or the recipe. Either way — they both look great. Thanks!
Thank so much!
Your photos are beautiful I cant wait to try this recipe I would love it if you came to share this post at my linky party at
http://www.twiggstudios.com/2013/03/sunday-show-off-linky-party-and-free.html
Hugs aimee xxx
Thanks you so much! I will come stob by!
I just want to reach out and grab one! You photos are gorgeous. Can’t wait to try them. Just pinned!
Delicious! How can it get any better?? Thanks so much for coming to (link) party with me… I hope you’ll come again next week to Super Saturday Show & Tell! http://www.whatscookingwithruthie.com xoxo~ Ruthie (Don’t forget to give a link back)
These look good, Tieghan! I like that they only take 30 minutes to make. Thanks for sharing!
OOH! These look amazing! And they’re so cute and tiny! AND HEALTHY, WHAAAA! You go, girl! Your photography is amazing too
WOW! Thank ya!
Love the idea of making such a yummy treat healthier! awesome!:)
Found you at Buns in my oven!
Me too! Plus you get have like 5 of these!
Hey Tieghan! I found your link on Mandy’s Recipe Box today! Cinnamon Toast Crunch is my absolute favorite cereal and so this recipe really caught my eye..and of course b/c it’s healthy! I’m definitely going to have to try this! Thanks so much for the idea and stop by Home | Styled anytime and follow me if you see something you like!
http://www.home-styled.blogspot.com
Hope you like these!
These look fantastic. I wish I could eat some right now. I love the fact that they use whole wheat rather than white flour – such a great twist on cinnamon rolls.
I’d be thrilled if you’d link up at this week’s Off the Hook!
Thanks so much! I love making recipes a little healthier!
Featuring YOU today! Thank you so much for linking up to {wow me} wednesday!
Ginger @ GingerSnapCrafts.com
http://www.gingersnapcrafts.com/2013/03/20-roll-muffin-pastry-recipes-link.html
Thanks Ginger!
These treats look fabulous!
Thank you Emily!
WOW – what an treat these are!gorgeous pictures as well
Thank you!
Wow, these look delish!! I’m going to make these for sure
You should join my new linky party on Mondays {1 party, 5 blogs!} http://www.somuchbetterwithage.com/2013/03/give-me-goods-party-1.html
Have a great week!
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Thanks for the invite!
Wow! Those look and sound delicious! And, that is way cool about your brother!
Thank you!
Thank you so much for the 30 minute cinnamon Rolls, they were delicious. I made them this morning for Easter breakfast and the whole family loved them. Thank you so much. Happy Easter.
YES! I am so glad you guys liked these! I need to make them again! What a perfect breakfast for Easter!
Hello! I only have all purpose flour! will that work?
thank you!
sonia
Yeah, they should work fine. They might be more dense though. Hope you love these!
Okay the cinnamon rolls look wonderful but watched your brother – amazing for 12!!
Ha! Thank you! He is pretty good!