Description
Delicious gluten-free cinnamon rolls topped with cream cheese frosting. Perfect for a sweet breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 1/2 cups King Arthur Gluten-Free Bread Flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/41/2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 21/2 teaspoons salt
- 11/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 cup warm whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
- 8 tablespoons melted butter
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 4 tablespoons softened butter
- 1 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 21/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar (optional for glaze)
- 1/3 –1/2 cup milk (optional for glaze)
- 21/2 teaspoons vanilla extract (optional for glaze)
- pinch of salt (optional for glaze)
Instructions
- Prep the Dough: Start by mixing the gluten-free bread flour with other dry ingredients. Whisk thoroughly for an airy consistency. You should notice an inviting smell and feel to the flour.
- Let the Dough Rise: Cover the dough and place it in a warm area until puffed up, roughly 1 hour, until it doubles in size due to yeast activity.
- Roll and Shape Cinnamon Rolls: Roll the dough into a rectangle shape. Spread the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly across. It is essential to roll tightly to maintain the structure of the rolls. Avoid rolling too loosely to prevent them from flopping.
- Bake Until Golden: Place the rolls in a preheated oven and bake for around 25 minutes until golden brown. A sweet cinnamon aroma will fill the kitchen.
- Cool and Ice: Allow the rolls to cool slightly after removing from the oven before icing. The icing should melt slightly into the rolls for extra goodness.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Refrigerate if frosted.
- Expert Tips: For smoother dough, use room temperature ingredients. Ensure the yeast is fresh and the dough is kept in a warm area to rise properly. For lighter, fluffier rolls, stick to gluten-free bread flour.
- Reheating Instructions: Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees F for about 10 minutes, until warmed through.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with a hot cup of coffee for breakfast. Serve with fresh fruit for a balanced meal. Top with additional maple syrup for added sweetness.
- Recipe Variations: Add raisins or nuts to the filling for texture. Swap the cinnamon filling for chocolate for a different flavor. Top with pecans before baking for a crunchy finish.
- Ingredient Notes: Always check labels for xanthan gum in gluten-free bread flour. For substitutions, use dairy-free milk and vegan butter for a dairy-free option. Consider using Kite Hill for dairy-free cream cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cinnamon roll
- Calories: 565
- Sugar: 39g
- Sodium: 616mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 78g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 96mg