Easy, Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls
Soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls topped with a creamy frosting that everyone will love, even if they’re gluten-free.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 4.5 cups 4 ½ cups King Arthur Gluten-Free Bread Flour
- ⅓ cup ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast One packet
- 2 teaspoons 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1.25 cups 1 ¼ cup warm water
- 1 cup 1 cup warm whole milk
- 2 large 2 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons 6 tablespoons melted butter
For the Filling
- 1 cup 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons cinnamon
- 8 tablespoons 8 tablespoons melted butter
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 ounces 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 4 tablespoons 4 tablespoons softened butter
- 1.33 cups 1 ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- a pinch A pinch of salt
For the Simple Glaze
- 3 cups 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 - 1/2 cup 1/3 – 1/2 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- a pinch A pinch of salt
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually mix in warm water, milk, eggs, and melted butter until a dough forms.
Filling and Shaping
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle.
- Melt the remaining butter and spread it over the dough.
- Top with brown sugar and cinnamon, then roll it up tightly and slice into rolls.
Rising and Baking
- Let the rolls rise for about 30-45 minutes until doubled in size.
- Bake them in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Frosting
- Beat together softened cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
Glazing
- Combine powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt to create a glaze for drizzling over the warm rolls.
Notes
These rolls are best served fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for about 15 seconds before serving.