Description
Delight in these BEST Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls, a soft, fluffy, and flavorful breakfast treat made without gluten but bursting with classic cinnamon sweetness. Perfectly tender with a rich cream cheese icing, these rolls are easy to prepare and ideal for anyone seeking a delicious gluten-free indulgence.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend with xanthan gum
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Icing Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 tablespoons milk, as needed
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, sugar, yeast, baking powder, and salt to create a uniform base for the dough.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, blend the warm milk, melted butter, eggs, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
- Create Dough: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms. Beat the dough for 2 to 3 minutes to help develop the structure needed for good texture.
- First Rise: Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 45 to 60 minutes, or until it becomes slightly puffy, indicating yeast activation.
- Roll Out Dough: Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it into a rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick, preparing it for filling.
- Prepare Filling: Spread the softened butter evenly over the rolled-out dough. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon together, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
- Shape Rolls: Using the parchment paper to assist, tightly roll the dough into a log shape. Slice the log into 9 equal rolls.
- Second Rise: Place the rolls into a greased 9-inch baking dish, cover, and let rise for 30 to 45 minutes to achieve a fluffy texture.
- Preheat Oven and Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 22 to 26 minutes until they turn lightly golden and are set in the center.
- Make Icing: While the rolls are baking, beat together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk to reach a smooth, spreadable consistency perfect for icing.
- Ice and Serve: Spread the icing over the warm cinnamon rolls right after baking for the best flavor and texture before serving.
Notes
- Ensure your gluten-free flour blend contains xanthan gum for the best dough texture; if it does not, add 1 teaspoon xanthan gum to the dough ingredients.
- For dairy-free versions, substitute plant-based butter, milk, and cream cheese alternatives.
