Here’s a soft, fluffy, and flavor-packed Gluten-Free Garlic Butter Buns recipe — perfect as a dinner roll, side for soups, or just to enjoy warm with extra butter!
🌿 Gluten-Free Garlic Butter Buns
Yields: 8 buns
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Rise Time: 1 hour
Bake Time: 20-25 minutes
🧄 Ingredients:
For the Buns:
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2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
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1 tbsp sugar
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1 cup warm milk (not hot)
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1 large egg
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¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
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2 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp garlic powder
Garlic Butter Topping:
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3 tbsp butter, melted
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp fresh parsley or dried herbs
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Pinch of salt
🥣 Instructions:
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Activate the Yeast:
In a small bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy. -
Make Dough:
In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg and melted butter. Add the frothy yeast mixture.
Stir in the flour, salt, and garlic powder. Mix until a sticky dough forms. -
Shape Buns:
Lightly oil your hands and divide dough into 8 portions. Roll into balls and place on a greased or parchment-lined baking tray. -
Let Rise:
Cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, until slightly puffy. -
Bake:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden on top. -
Brush with Garlic Butter:
While hot, brush buns with garlic butter (combine melted butter, garlic, herbs, and salt). Let it soak in.
🧈 Tips:
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For extra softness, brush with garlic butter twice: once hot out of the oven and again after 5 minutes.
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Add shredded mozzarella or parmesan for cheesy garlic buns!
