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Tender Gluten-Free Dinner Rolls Easy Butter Soft Recipe for Beginners

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These tender gluten-free dinner rolls are buttery soft and perfect for any occasion. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients, they deliver a light, pillowy texture that even gluten eaters will love.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (360g) gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (e.g., Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 Baking Flour)
  • 1 teaspoon xanthan gum (if flour blend does not contain it)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
  • 1 cup (240ml) warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for brushing (use dairy-free butter for vegan option)
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk, warmed (or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions

  1. Proof the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast over the surface and stir gently. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour blend, xanthan gum, and salt.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Add the proofed yeast mixture, warmed milk, softened butter, egg, and optional honey to the dry ingredients. Mix until dough starts to come together.
  4. Knead the dough: Knead for 5-7 minutes using a stand mixer with dough hook or by hand on a lightly floured surface until soft and slightly sticky.
  5. First rise: Shape dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes until doubled in size.
  6. Shape rolls: Deflate dough and divide into 12 equal pieces (about 2 oz / 57g each). Roll each into a smooth ball and arrange on a greased baking sheet or round cake pan.
  7. Second rise: Cover shaped rolls and let rise for another 20-30 minutes until puffy and nearly doubled.
  8. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake rolls for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped.
  9. Butter glaze: Brush rolls immediately with melted butter after removing from oven.
  10. Cool slightly and serve: Let rolls cool for 10 minutes before serving warm.

Notes

Use fresh yeast for best rise. Adjust water or flour slightly during kneading to achieve a soft, slightly sticky dough. Wet hands when shaping rolls to prevent sticking. Brush butter glaze immediately after baking for softness and shine. Dough can be prepared in the morning and refrigerated for slow rise up to 8 hours for deeper flavor.

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