This gluten-free version uses both yeast and baking powder to create a roll everyone will love.
Gluten-free cinnamon rolls are hard to come by.
So, I decided to make my own!
Kalisa Marie Martin
This recipe is sure to satisfy your craving for this classic treat.
Theyre a perfect breakfast for the holidays or any weekend when you want a little something special.
You have to add a little something extra.
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In conventional recipes, gluten helps trap the air bubbles produced by the yeast, giving it rise.
Since our dough doesnt have gluten, it needs extra help, and thats where baking powder comes in.
Furthermore, overworking gluten-free dough can actually make rolls tough.
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Rather than kneading gluten-free dough, mix it with a spoon or spatula just until the ingredients are combined.
It wont appear smooth and stretchy like conventional cinnamon roll dough.
Instead, it will look more like cookie batter.
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Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls
This dough is quite sticky.
Once the filling is spread on the dough, use the parchment to help roll up your log.
(double-check the milk is only heated between 89F to 110F.)
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Whisk in the whole egg, egg yolk, melted butter, and vanilla to the yeast mixture.
In another large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Add the flour mixture to the wet mixture and, using a spoon or spatula, stir until combined.
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The dough is loose and will look like a thick batter.
Resist the urge to add more flour.
In a medium bowl, add the softened butter.
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If your kitchen is cold you might have to soften the butter in the microwave.
Add the cinnamon, sugar, vanilla, and salt to the softened butter.
Mix with a spoon or stiff spatula until completely smooth.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and dust it with flour.
Scoop the dough onto parchment.
This dough is very sticky.
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Remove from the freezer and discard the parchment.
Slice the log into 12 rolls.
Arrange the rolls cut side up in a greased 9-inch square or round cake pan.
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Towards the end of the rise time, preheat the oven to 350F degrees.
Bake the rolls until they are light golden-brown and puffy, about 30 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter and cream cheese.
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Using a hand whisk or electric mixer, beat until completely smooth.
Add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla, and salt and beat again until well incorporated.
Allow baked rolls to cool 5 to 10 minutes before icing generously with the cream cheese frosting.
Kalisa Marie Martin
Kalisa Marie Martin
Kalisa Marie Martin
Kalisa Marie Martin
Kalisa Marie Martin
Kalisa Marie Martin
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