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Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls

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Delicious gluten free cinnamon rolls with a gooey center and tender crumb, perfect for a weekend brunch or holiday breakfast.

  • Total Time: 180 minutes
  • Yield: 9–12 rolls

Ingredients

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  • 68 tablespoons (90–120 ml) milk (or dairy-free milk)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons (one packet) active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3 cups (420 g) gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 large room-temperature egg
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter (or oil)
  • 1/23/4 cup brown sugar
  • 23 tablespoons cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Warm the milk to 105–110°F (40–43°C) and dissolve the yeast with sugar.
  2. Mix gluten-free flour, salt, and granulated sugar in a bowl.
  3. Add the egg, melted butter, and yeasted milk to the dry ingredients and mix until a tacky batter forms.
  4. Let the dough rest for 30–45 minutes to slightly rise.
  5. Roll the dough into a rectangle and spread softened butter on top.
  6. Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture evenly over the butter.
  7. Roll the dough tightly and cut it into 9–12 pieces.
  8. Proof the rolls in a greased pan for 30–45 minutes at room temperature.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden.
  10. Finish with a cream cheese glaze or powdered sugar icing if desired.

Notes

For best results, use a digital kitchen scale for measuring ingredients and ensure the liquid temperature is correct for the yeast activation.

  • Author: noglubreadcom
  • Prep Time: 90 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Yeasting, rolling, proofing, baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free