Soft & Gooey Gluten-Free Vegan Cinnamon Rolls
These cinnamon rolls are incredibly soft, fluffy, and indulgent—completely free of gluten, dairy, and eggs. Perfect for weekend brunch, holidays, or anytime you need a cozy treat. They’re made with wholesome ingredients and a blend of gluten-free flours for the perfect bite.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ¾ cup warm non-dairy milk (extra creamy oat milk is best)
- ¼ cup psyllium husk powder (or ⅓ cup whole psyllium husk)
- 1½ cups warm water
- 2½ cups tapioca flour
- 2¼ cups millet flour
- ½ cup sorghum flour (do not substitute)
- 1 tablespoon guar gum (or 2 teaspoons xanthan gum)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ⅓ cup sweetened condensed oat milk (Nature’s Charm brand is great)
- 5 tablespoons melted vegan butter (use stick butter, not spread)
For the Filling:
- 5 tablespoons melted vegan butter
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
1. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl or using a stand mixer, combine the tapioca flour, millet flour, sorghum flour, guar gum, salt, yeast, and sugar by whisking them together
2. Prepare the Psyllium Gel
In a medium bowl, quickly whisk the warm water with psyllium husk powder. Work quickly to avoid clumps—it will thicken into a gel within a couple of minutes.
3. Combine the Wet Ingredients
Make a well in the dry ingredients and add the melted butter, warm milk, sweetened condensed oat milk, and psyllium gel. Using a dough hook, mix on low for 1 minute, then scrape down the bowl. Mix again on medium until a soft, sticky dough forms.
4. Roll Out the Dough
Dust your surface with millet flour. Turn out the dough and knead a few times to smooth it. Shape into a square and roll into a 12x18 inch rectangle.
5. Add the Filling
Brush the dough with melted butter, then sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly.
6. Cut & Shape
Cut the dough into twelve 1.5-inch strips using a sharp knife or pastry cutter. Roll each strip into a cinnamon roll.
7. Proof (Let It Rise)
Place rolls in greased pans. Cover and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
8. Bake
Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until tops are golden and baked through.
Pro Tips
- Gluten-free dough only rises once—work quickly after mixing!
- Use extra butter to grease your pans for a golden finish.
- Pan suggestions: 6 rolls in a 9x13, 4 in an 8x8, 2 in a 7x5 pan.
- Top with your favorite glaze—cream cheese, vanilla, or maple icing.