Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Introduction

There’s nothing quite like the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls, and now, gluten-free eaters can indulge too! This recipe ensures soft, fluffy rolls with a gooey cinnamon-sugar filling and sweet icing on top. These gluten-free cinnamon rolls are a delightful treat for any breakfast or brunch.

Equipment

• Stand mixer (optional, for kneading)
• Rolling pin
• Baking dish (9×13-inch)
• Mixing bowls
• Spatula

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 3 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum included)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup milk (warm, around 110°F)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream

For the Filling:

• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)

For the Icing:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp milk (adjust as needed)
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until it foams.
2. In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, whisk together the flour and salt.
3. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, eggs, and yogurt to the flour. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
4. Knead the dough in the stand mixer or by hand until smooth (about 5-6 minutes).

Step 2: Roll Out the Dough

5. Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough into a 12×16-inch rectangle.

Step 3: Add the Cinnamon Filling

6. Spread the softened butter over the rolled-out dough.
7. Mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle it evenly over the buttered dough.
8. Gently roll up the dough from the longer side, creating a log. Cut into 12 even rolls.

Step 4: Let the Rolls Rise

9. Arrange the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover with a clean towel and let them rise for 30-45 minutes until puffed up.

Step 5: Bake the Rolls

10. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
11. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and cooked through.

Step 6: Prepare the Icing

12. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

Step 7: Serve

13. Drizzle the icing over the warm rolls. Serve and enjoy!

Tips

• Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your eggs and yogurt are at room temperature to help the dough rise properly.
• Proofing the Dough: If your kitchen is cool, place the rolls in an oven that’s been preheated to 100°F, then turned off, for a cozy place to rise.
• Extra Moisture: If your dough seems too dry, add a bit more milk to create a softer texture.

Conclusion

These gluten-free cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavor. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch, they’re sure to become a favorite treat that everyone, gluten-free or not, will love. Enjoy!

Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Soft, fluffy, and full of cinnamon flavor, these gluten-free cinnamon rolls are the perfect treat! Enjoy the taste of classic cinnamon rolls without the gluten.

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Equipment

• Stand mixer (optional, for kneading)
• Rolling Pin
• Baking dish (9x13-inch)
• Mixing bowls
• Spatula

Ingredients

  

• For the Dough:
• 3 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour with xanthan gum included
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 packet 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup milk warm, around 110°F
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
• 2 large eggs room temperature
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
• For the Filling:
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
• For the Icing:
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp milk adjust as needed
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

 

• Step 1: Prepare the Dough
• In a mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until it foams.
• In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, whisk together the flour and salt.
• Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, eggs, and yogurt to the flour. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
• Knead the dough in the stand mixer or by hand until smooth (about 5-6 minutes).
• Step 2: Roll Out the Dough
• Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough into a 12x16-inch rectangle.
• Step 3: Add the Cinnamon Filling
• Spread the softened butter over the rolled-out dough.
• Mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle it evenly over the buttered dough.
• Gently roll up the dough from the longer side, creating a log. Cut into 12 even rolls.
• Step 4: Let the Rolls Rise
• Arrange the rolls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover with a clean towel and let them rise for 30-45 minutes until puffed up.
• Step 5: Bake the Rolls
• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
• Step 6: Prepare the Icing
• In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
• Step 7: Serve
• Drizzle the icing over the warm rolls. Serve and enjoy!