Gluten-Free Cinnamon Sugar Morning Buns

Start your day with the warm, sweet aroma of Gluten-Free Cinnamon Sugar Morning Buns! These tender, melt-in-your-mouth pastries combine a perfectly soft and fluffy gluten-free dough with a luscious swirl of cinnamon and brown sugar for the ultimate breakfast indulgence. Custom-tailored for those with gluten sensitivities, this recipe uses gluten-free all-purpose flour and xanthan gum to achieve its velvety texture. Rolled up like classic cinnamon buns, they’re baked in a muffin tin for perfectly golden, individual servings. With a prep time of just 30 minutes and a rise time that allows you to relax while the yeast works its magic, these buns are as simple as they are spectacular. Enjoy them fresh from the oven for a cozy morning treat, or pair with your favorite coffee for an irresistibly comforting start to the day.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan Gum
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant Yeast
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Whole Milk
• 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
• 1 unit Large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 2 tablespoons Ground Cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Brown Sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, xanthan gum, instant yeast, 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar, and salt.

Step 2

In a separate small saucepan, warm the whole milk over low heat until it is lukewarm (about 110°F).

Step 3

Add the warm milk, 1/4 cup of the melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 5 minutes, until smooth.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with non-stick spray.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the remaining granulated sugar, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon.

Step 8

Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a large rectangle (about 12x15 inches) on a floured surface.

Step 9

Brush the rectangle with the remaining melted butter and sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Step 10

Starting from a long edge, roll the dough into a tight log. Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 12 equal pieces.

Step 11

Place each piece into a muffin cup, cut side up. Cover the muffin tin with a kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes.

Step 12

Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 13

Allow the morning buns to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1020.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3286.1

Total Fat 112.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 473.6mg	0%
Sodium 2592.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 564.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 284.3g
Protein 26.3g	0%

Vitamin D 148.4IU	0%
Calcium 603.2mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 711.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.0%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 66.9%