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The preparation time usually takes about 15 to 20 minutes depending on experience and equipment.

Can I substitute any ingredients?

Yes, simple substitutions are possible depending on dietary needs or availability; Easy, Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls can accept a few swaps without losing their texture, such as plant milks or dairy-free cream cheese.

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Easy Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls

Name: Easy, Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 ½ cups (680g) King Arthur Gluten-Free Bread Flour; ⅓ cup (65g) granulated sugar; 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet); 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 ¼ cup (295ml) water (warm); 1 cup (236ml) whole milk (warm); 2 large eggs; 6 tablespoons (85g) butter (melted); 1 cup (200g) brown sugar; 2 tablespoons cinnamon; 8 tablespoons (113g) butter (melted); 8 ounces (226g) cream cheese (softened); 4 tablespoons (56g) butter (softened); 1 ⅓ cup (160g) powdered sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 3 cups (340g) powdered sugar; 1/3 – 1/2 cup milk; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; Pinch of salt

Ingredients

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4 ½ cups (680g) King Arthur Gluten-Free Bread Flour
⅓ cup (65g) granulated sugar
2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 ¼ cup (295ml) water (warm)
1 cup (236ml) whole milk (warm)
2 large eggs
6 tablespoons (85g) butter (melted)
1 cup (200g) brown sugar
2 tablespoons cinnamon
8 tablespoons (113g) butter (melted)
8 ounces (226g) cream cheese (softened)
4 tablespoons (56g) butter (softened)
1 ⅓ cup (160g) powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups (340g) powdered sugar
1/3 – 1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Whisk warm water, warm milk, granulated sugar, and instant yeast in a bowl until foamy, about 2 minutes.
Combine gluten-free bread flour, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl, then add eggs and melted butter to the liquid and mix until a soft, slightly tacky dough forms.
Knead briefly until cohesive and smooth; the dough will be pliable.
On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a 12×18-inch rectangle and brush with melted butter; sprinkle with brown sugar mixed with cinnamon.
Tightly roll from the long edge into a log, pinch to seal, and slice into 12 rolls.
Arrange in a buttered 9×13-inch pan, cover, and let rise until puffy, about 45–60 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 22–28 minutes until golden and a skewer shows moist crumbs.
Beat softened cream cheese and butter until creamy, add powdered sugar and vanilla, and beat until smooth.
Spread cream cheese frosting over warm rolls.
For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with milk, vanilla, and salt to a pourable consistency, drizzle over cooled rolls.

Notes

For dairy-free options, use plant-based cream cheese and margarine. To reduce sugar, decrease the swirl filling and use a thin glaze.

Author: Sam Razal
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 350
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 40mg