Xanthan Gum Free Gluten Free Dinner Rolls
Soft, golden, pull-apart dinner rolls are one of those things that feel almost impossible to recreate without gluten — and without xanthan gum, the challenge gets even trickier. This recipe solves that by leaning on psyllium husk powder as the binding agent, which gives the dough just enough structure and stretch to rise beautifully and hold together through baking. The blend of white rice flour, tapioca starch, and potato starch creates a tender, pillowy crumb that genuinely rivals a classic wheat roll. Because the dough is more of a thick, sticky batter than something you'd knead on a counter, don't be thrown off — that's exactly how it's supposed to look, and it bakes up into something wonderful. A brush of melted butter straight out of the oven and a pinch of flaky sea salt on top takes these from good to absolutely irresistible. They're arranged in a snug 3×3 grid so the rolls bake up touching each other, giving you those soft, pull-apart sides that make everyone reach for seconds. Serve them warm alongside a roast, a bowl of soup, or honestly just on their own — they don't need much help.
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9 servings
For the dough
- 1 cup white rice flour
- ¾ cup tapioca starch
- ¼ cup potato starch
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 2 tsp psyllium husk powder
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp fine salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¾ cup whole milk, warmed to 110°f (43°c)
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
For brushing
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- flaky sea salt, for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Whisk together the white rice flour, tapioca starch, potato starch, instant yeast, psyllium husk powder, sugar, salt, and baking powder in the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large mixing bowl if using a hand mixer) until evenly combined.
- 2
Warm the milk in a small saucepan over low heat until it reaches 110°F (43°C) on an instant-read thermometer — warm to the touch but not hot. Add the warm milk, eggs, 3 tablespoons melted butter, and apple cider vinegar to the dry ingredients.
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