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    Paleo Cinnamon Rolls

    Published: Nov 8, 2020 Updated: Feb 12, 2023 By: Cassidy Stauffer May earn from affiliate links.

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    These easy, one-rise bakery-style Paleo Cinnamon Rolls are big, soft, gooey, and taste like Cinnabon copycats!

    cutting into a cinnamon roll.

    I've been working on this paleo cinnamon roll recipe for more than a year and I'm so excited to finally share it with you!

    These are big, bakery-like traditional cinnamon rolls that taste just like Cinnabon copycats!

    Or if you prefer low-carb, I have a killer Keto Cinnamon Roll Recipe you might want to also check out!

    Jump to:
    • Yeast
    • Substitutions
    • Preparing the dough
    • Filling
    • Proofing the cinnamon rolls
    • Baking
    • Frosting
    • Serving suggestions
    • Storage and faq's
    • Looking for more recipes?
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    Yeast

    Sometimes working with yeast can be intimidating. However, by using instant yeast instead of active dry yeast, we can skip having to dissolve it in warm water with a sweetener first - YAY!

    We're simply going to add the yeast to the dry ingredients, then let the fully assembled rolls rise in a warm oven over boiling water. Easy peasy!

    Substitutions

    • Xanthan gum: While I prefer using xanthan gum, since there are varying thoughts on whether it is paleo, you can replace it with psyllium husk powder. However, it results in more of a whole-wheat-tasting cinnamon roll and the dough can be just a tiny bit harder to roll out. Also, be sure to use psyllium husk POWDER, not whole psyllium husks as they will not work in this recipe. Psyllium can usually be found in the colon cleansing section of health food stores, due to it being so high in fiber.
    • Almond flour: Unfortunately, almond flour is very unique and the only replacement I know of would be sunflower seed flour, but I've never tested it.
    • Gelatin: If you can't find unflavored gelatin, you can replace it with pectin. In fact, this recipe originally called for pectin, however, I've found gelatin works a tiny bit better and is easier to find. While it's not a 'make or break' ingredient, it helps to firm up and hold the dough together. Which immensely helps when rolling it up!
    • Butter: You can replace the butter with dairy-free butter or ghee. If those aren't an option for you, you can replace the butter with a mild-tasting oil such as avocado oil or refined (to reduce the coconut taste) coconut oil. However, I highly recommend butter, ghee, or a butter substitute! It's a taste you can't achieve with oil.

    Preparing the dough

    non dairy milk with vinegar in bowl.

    In a large bowl, mix together some non-dairy milk and vinegar. Set aside. This will be our homemade buttermilk mixture.

    dry ingredients in large bowl.

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.

    This includes blanched almond flour, arrowroot or tapioca flour, gelatin, xanthan gum or psyllium, salt, baking soda, coconut palm sugar, and instant yeast.

    wet ingredients in white bowl.

    Next, add 2 eggs, melted butter (can use non-dairy or ghee), and vanilla to the milk mixture.

    Then, add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix well.

    dough in clear bowl.

    Stir well. The dough will be thick and sticky, so you might need to switch over to your hands and knead until it comes together.

    dough wrapped in plastic wrap.

    Then wrap tightly in plastic wrap.

    Allow the dough to rest in the fridge until thoroughly chilled and firm enough to roll out. This can take up to 2 or 3 hours. Or the dough can be left in the fridge overnight.

    Filling

    filling ingredients in small bowl.

    In a small bowl, combine softened butter, cinnamon, coconut palm sugar, and xanthan gum.

    The xanthan gum is optional but helps keep the filling from oozing out during baking. Set aside.

    rolled out dough with filling.

    When the dough is finished resting in the fridge, tear off a piece of parchment paper that's at least 20 inches long. Generously sprinkle the parchment with tapioca or arrowroot flour. 

    Cover with plastic wrap and use a rolling pin to roll the dough out to around 12 x 18 inches.

    Spread the filling ingredients over the dough, leaving the bottom inch dry lengthwise.

    rolling up the cinnamon rolls.

    Then, start rolling the dough tightly making at least 4 or 5 rotations towards the bottom dry end of the dough. You can lift up the parchment paper to help get the dough up and rolling.

    When you come to the end, pinch the bottom edge of the dough so it creates a seal.

    Proofing the cinnamon rolls

    unbaked cinnamon rolls in baking dish.

    Cut the dough into 8 equal-sized rolls and place in a parchment-lined baking dish. Slightly press down on each roll.

    Cutting them into 8 rolls makes 8 huge rolls, however, you can cut them into 10 to 12 if preferred. If you do this, you will need to slightly reduce the baking time.

    To proof the yeast: Tightly cover the rolls with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and preheat the oven to 150 degrees.

    When the oven is preheated, turn the oven off, add the rolls, and leave the door cracked. After 30 minutes, close the door to finish rising. Allow to rise for 60 to 90 minutes.

    Baking

    baked cinnamon rolls.

    After they have finished rising, remove the rolls from the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

    Once preheated, bake the cinnamon rolls for 30 to 35 minutes. Rotate after 20 minutes to ensure even baking and check to make sure they're not baking too fast since all ovens are different.

    Bake until the paleo cinnamon rolls are nicely browned to prevent the centers from being doughy. 

    Frosting

    pouring frosting over hot rolls.

    For the frosting, you have the choice of using a traditional powdered sugar frosting or a paleo "cream cheese" frosting.

    For the powdered sugar frosting, simply blend some paleo sweetener in a super dry blender until it's powdered to use in place of traditional powdered sugar.

    Or if you're using the paleo "cream cheese" frosting, simply blend up some butter (can use non-dairy) and non-hydrogenated shortening with the perfect blend of honey, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and other common kitchen ingredients for a perfectly sweet and tangy faux cream cheese frosting.

    Serving suggestions

    Serve for breakfast with this Starbucks Matcha Latta recipe from the Texanerin or as a sweet treat or dessert.

    Storage and faq's

    Can cinnamon rolls be made ahead of time?

    Yes, they can! To do this, fully assemble the rolls and allow them to rise. Then, tightly cover and place in the fridge until ready to bake, up to 2 days. Allow them to set on the countertop while the oven is pre-heating to slightly warm up before baking.

    How do I store leftover paleo cinnamon rolls?

    Leftovers can be stored, unfrosted, covered at room temperature 2 to 3 days, or frozen up to 3 months. To freeze, individually wrap the unfrosted rolls in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe baggie. To reheat: Unwrap the rolls and place them in a lined baking dish. Then, loosely tent with foil and heat in a 350-degree oven for 10-15 minutes, or until hot.

    How do I make paleo powdered sugar?

    These allulose and monk fruit keto powdered sweeteners (Note- I don't recommend erythritol or erythritol blends for frostings) are natural and are acceptable on a paleo diet. Or, you can add xylitol to a coffee grinder or very dry blender, along with 1 tablespoon arrowroot or tapioca per cup. Then, blend until powdered. I've tried this method with coconut palm sugar and we didn't really like it, but it could just be our taste buds! I know many people use coconut palm sugar all the time to make powdered sugar 😀

    frosted and baked cinnamon rolls in baking dish.

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    I think you'll love this low-carb berry dump cake, keto gingerbread cake with cream cheese frosting, and paleo pie crust recipe!

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    ๐Ÿ“– Recipe

    cutting into a cinnamon rolls

    Paleo Cinnamon Rolls

    These easy, one-rise bakery-style paleo cinnamon rolls are big, soft, gooey, and taste like Cinnabon copycats!
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    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 2 hours hours
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Resting Time: 3 hours hours
    Total Time: 5 hours hours 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 16 rolls
    CALORIES :268kcal
    CARBS :29g
    FIBER :3g
    Author: Cassidy Stauffer

    Ingredients

    For The Dough:

    • 3 cups Blanched Almond Flour - very finely ground
    • 2 ½ cups Tapioca Flour + More For Rolling Dough - or arrowroot
    • 2 tsp. Unflavored Gelatin
    • 1 tsp. Xanthan Gum - recommended, or 2 tablespoon psyllium husk POWDER (see notes below)
    • 1 tsp. Sea Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Baking Soda
    • 2 tsp. Instant Yeast
    • 2 tablespoon Butter (can use non-dairy or ghee) - melted
    • 1 cup Unsweetened Non-Dairy Milk
    • 1 tsp. Distilled White Vinegar Or Apple Cider Vinegar
    • 2 large Eggs
    • ¼ cup Coconut Palm Sugar
    • 1 tsp. Pure Vanilla

    Filling:

    • ½ cup Butter (can use non-dairy or ghee) - softened, almost melted
    • 2 Tbsp. Ground Cinnamon
    • ¼ cup Coconut Palm Sugar
    • 1 Tbsp. xanthan gum - optional, keeps the filling from seeping out

    Traditional Frosting:

    • 3 cups Paleo Powdered Sugar - see notes below
    • ¼ cup Butter (can use non-dairy or ghee) - melted
    • ¼ - ½ cup Unsweetened Non-Dairy Milk - start with ยผ cup and add more as needed to thin
    • 1 Tbsp. strong brewed coffee - optional
    • 1 tsp. Pure Vanilla

    Paleo "Cream Cheese" Frosting:

    • ¼ cup Non-Hydrogenated Shortening
    • ¼ cup Butter (can use non-dairy or additional shortening) - slightly softened, ghee will work ONLY if it's the right consistency
    • ¼ cup Honey
    • ½ tsp. Creamy Almond Or Cashew Butter
    • ¾ tsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
    • ¾ tsp. Fresh Lemon Juice
    • ⅛ tsp. Sea Salt - omit if nut butter is salted
    • 1 tsp. Pure Vanilla
    • 1-2 drops Liquid Vanilla Stevia - optional, as needed
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    Instructions

    • In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the non-dairy milk with the vinegar (we're making buttermilk). Set aside.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the blanched almond flour, tapioca flour, gelatin, xanthan gum, coconut palm sugar, salt, soda, and yeast... all the dry ingredients.
    • Add the eggs, butter, and vanilla to the milk mixture and mix well. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir to combine. The batter will be thick and sticky (it's not like traditional dough). Knead with your hands if necessary. *Note- If the batter is too thick and sticky to work with, you can add a tiny bit more tapioca flour, a few tablespoons at a time, until the dough comes together. However, it should still be fairly soft and sticky.
    • Scrape/pour batter into plastic wrap and wrap tightly. Place in refrigerator 2 to 3 hours, or until dough is thoroughly chilled and firm enough to roll out. Or it can be left in the fridge overnight.
    • Tear out a piece of parchment paper that is at least 20 inches long and sprinkle generously with arrowroot or tapioca flour. Cover with plastic wrap and use a rolling pin to roll the dough into a rectangle that is approximately 12 x 18 inches.
    • In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the filling ingredients. This includes the softened butter, cinnamon, coconut palm sugar, and xanthan gum (if using). Spread evenly over the dough, leaving the bottom inch dry lengthwise. See pictures in the post if needed.
    • Carefully start rolling the dough tightly making at least 4 or 5 rotations towards the bottom dry part of the dough. You can lift up the parchment paper to help get the dough up and rolling, moving slowly and patching up any cracks as you go. When you come to the end, pinch the bottom edge of the dough into the log so it creates a seal. *Note- If the dough is too sticky to roll up, pop it in the freezer for about 15 minutes, or until firm enough to work with.
    • Using a very sharp greased knife, cut the log into 8 equal-sized rolls. Cutting them into 8 rolls makes 8 huge rolls, however, you can cut them into 10 to 12 if preferred. If you do this, you will need to slightly reduce the baking time.
    • Transfer rolls to a large parchment-lined or greased baking dish and slightly press down on each roll.
    • To rise: Tightly cover the rolls with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and preheat the oven to 150 degrees. When the oven is preheated, turn off the oven, add the rolls, and leave the door cracked. After 30 minutes, close the door to finish rising. Allow to rise for 60 to 90 minutes.
    • Remove rolls and preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    • Bake 30 to 35 minutes, or until nicely browned. Rotate after 20 minutes to ensure even baking and check to make sure they're not baking too fast since all ovens are different.
    • Top with traditional frosting or paleo "cream cheese" frosting (recipes below) and serve hot. Only frost the ones you plan on eating.

    Traditional frosting:

    • Whisk all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Start with ยผ cup non-dairy milk and add more as needed to thin, however, the frosting should be fairly thick. Pour over hot rolls.

    Paleo "Cream Cheese" Frosting:

    • Sightly soften your butter. I prefer this method from Sally's Baking Addiction. Then, blend all ingredients on low or until well combined.
    • Turn speed to medium-high and blend until smooth. Thin with non-dairy milk as needed. Pour over hot rolls. Unused frosting can be stored covered in the fridge for 2-3 days. Slightly warm before using.

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    Notes

    Substitutions
    • Xanthan gum: While I prefer using xanthan gum, since there are varying thoughts on whether xanthan gum is paleo or not, you can replace it with psyllium husk powder. However, it results in more of a whole-wheat tasting cinnamon roll and the dough can be just a tiny bit harder to roll out. Also, be sure to use psyllium husk POWDER, not whole psyllium husks as they will not work in this recipe. Psyllium can usually be found in the colon cleansing section of health food stores, due to it being so high in fiber.
    • Almond flour: Unfortunately, almond flour is very unique and the only replacement I know of would be sunflower seed flour, but I've never tested it.
    • Gelatin: If you can't find unflavored gelatin, you can replace it with pectin. In fact, this recipe originally called for pectin, however, I've found gelatin works a tiny bit better and is easier to find. While it's not a 'make or break' ingredient, it helps to firm up and hold the dough together. Which immensely helps when rolling it up!
    • Butter: You can replace the butter with dairy-free butter or ghee. If those aren't an option for you, you can replace the butter with a mild-tasting oil such as avocado oil or refined (to reduce the coconut taste) coconut oil. However, I highly recommend using butter, ghee, or a butter substitute! It's a taste you can't achieve with oil.
    Other Notes
    • The dough needs to sit in the fridge for several hours to overnight, so plan ahead!
    • To make the rolls ahead of time: Fully assemble the rolls and allow them to rise. Then, tightly cover and place in the fridge until ready to bake, up to 2 days. Allow them to set on the countertop while the oven is pre-heating to slightly warm up before baking.
    • To make paleo powdered sugar: These allulose and monk fruit keto powdered sweeteners (Note- I don't recommend the erythritol or erythritol blends for frostings) are natural and are acceptable on a paleo diet. Or, you can add xylitol to a coffee grinder or very dry blender, along with 1 tablespoon arrowroot or tapioca per cup. Then, blend until powdered. I've tried this method with coconut palm sugar and we didn't really like it, but it could just be our taste buds! I know many people use coconut palm sugar all the time to make powdered sugar 😀
    • Leftovers can be stored, unfrosted, covered at room temperature 2 to 3 days, or frozen. To freeze, wrap each cinnamon roll in plastic wrap then place in a large freezer-safe baggie. To reheat: Unwrap the rolls and place them in a lined baking dish. Then, loosely tent with foil and heat in a 350-degree oven for 10-15 minutes, or until hot.
    • If you prefer Keto, check out my Keto Cinnamon Rolls
    • Also, you might want to check out my Keto Cinnamon Rolls YouTube Video! While the recipe is slightly different, it's the same basic process 🙂 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1roll with paleo cream cheese frosting | Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 32mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 349IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 2mg

    NET CARBS = Total Carbs - Fiber - Allulose - Xylitol

    Nutritional information is approximate and may vary. Sugar alcohols, xylitol, and allulose are included in the total carbs and fiber.

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    Cassidy is a certified keto and intermittent fasting health coach and a mom of two teenagers, one of whom has autism and epilepsy. For the well-being of her family, she serves up easy, kid-approved recipes that are gluten-free and keto with many dairy-free and paleo options. She's passionate about creating healthy, allergy-friendly food that's just as good as the original!

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    1. Jennifer McHenry says

      January 28, 2020 at 4:27 pm

      Hello Cassidy! I am excited to try this recipe and it is the first one one that I found that will rise. I have couple of questions. Have you ever substituted Cassava flour for the Tapioca Flour? If yes, how did it work? If no, do you like Tapioca flour or Arrowroot better? Is there a difference in the results? Thank you for your time!

      Reply
      • Cassidy Stauffer says

        January 28, 2020 at 4:41 pm

        Hi Jennifer!

        No, I've never tried these with cassava flour. Cassava and tapioca are a bit different though, so I don't think replacing the tapioca with cassava would work.

        Even though they're really similar, I've found that when baking, arrowroot is a bit more binding than tapioca. Meaning that arrowroot flour makes a tighter crumb and you may need to add a tiny bit more tapioca than arrowroot. However, both will work really well. I hope this helps!!

        Please let me know how they turn out ๐Ÿ™‚

        -Cassidy

        Reply
        • Jennifer says

          February 08, 2020 at 4:20 pm

          Thank you! It does! Have a blessed day!

    2. Kara Probst says

      December 25, 2018 at 8:28 pm

      These were AMAZING!! Like unbelievable.... so easy and came out PERFECT!! Definitely will make again!!! thank you so much for this gift of a recipe on Christmas!

      Reply
      • Cassidy says

        December 26, 2018 at 2:16 pm

        Oh my goodness, thank you!!! I'm so excited you liked them so much! Thanks for letting me know ?

        -Cassidy

        Reply
    3. Maya Houri says

      September 15, 2018 at 6:05 pm

      Hi thanks for the data. I ordered pectin online! I could use it in other receipes as well. Iโ€™ll let you know what was the final result ?

      Reply
    4. Maya Houri says

      September 12, 2018 at 1:25 pm

      Hi! Thank you for the exact receipe! I have a question, how crucial is the pectin? Itโ€™s hard to find in EU and wonder what will happen if I skip it or is there a substitute for it? Thanks again! Maya

      Reply
      • Cassidy says

        September 12, 2018 at 1:40 pm

        Hi Maya! The pectin helps the dough hold together. While you could skip it, the dough might be harder to work with and turn out a bit crumbly. I'd try replacing it some gelatin (not collagen)! Let me know what you think!!!

        -Cassidy

        Reply
    5. Erin Crocker says

      October 11, 2017 at 11:22 pm

      I want to cry. My oldest went to college and misses my cooking. Only she has POTS and I've kinda figured out the gluten free baking thing but not the cinnamon rolls. Note: been baking my whole life I'm a farm girl. You just gave me the missing piece. Never occurred to me to proof a la Bain Marie how very fancy of you even not actually in the water thank you thank you!!! and we freeze regular abs gf and give as xmas gifts with frosting in frosting tubes with xmas ribbon.

      Reply
      • Susan says

        December 03, 2019 at 3:43 am

        I was very surprised to see you mention your daughter has POTS. I have it also and have been gluten free since a few years before I was diagnosed with POTS. I hope to try this recipe before this Christmas.

        Reply
    6. Stacy says

      September 20, 2017 at 8:27 pm

      Greetings Cassidy!!!

      The pectin that you use, is it regular pectin or low/no sugar pectin, also the yeast that you use, is this an instant/fast acting?

      Thanks

      Reply
      • Cassidy says

        September 22, 2017 at 2:33 pm

        Hi Stacy! I used regular pectin and instant yeast. Hope this helps!!!

        Reply
    7. Jen says

      July 21, 2017 at 3:49 pm

      Hi there. So far, I've really loved your baked goods. They are a far cry from most GF recipes and they turn out delicious; better texture and flavor. I'm in the process of making these and am wondering about the rise. While the dough did get a little lighter, they didn't puff up much in the oven. I'm wondering how the yeast interacts with the gluten free flours? Does it actually create a rise? Or is it more about the flavor the yeast imparts? I've had similar outcomes with other GF recipes made with almond flour. Thanks.

      Reply
      • Cassidy says

        July 23, 2017 at 2:45 pm

        Hi Jen, gluten free flours don't rise the same as traditional baked goods but the yeast still makes them rise slightly and adds flavor which is why I still use it. I hope that answers your question and you liked the cinnamon rolls!!!!

        Reply
    8. Willow says

      December 13, 2016 at 10:31 am

      5 stars
      I've been searching for a paleo/primal sweet yeast bread recipe I could adapt to recreate my mom's Christmas Bread (an enriched bread, flavored with cardamom, filled with whole pecans & candied cherries, then braided, or if a small amount, made into a rolled loaf, like cinnamon bread, then decorated with a glaze & more cherries). Since her bread dough recipe is similar to cinnamon roll dough, I think it just might work... with minimal substitutions. I'll replace some of the almond flour and tapioca/arrowroot with some sorghum flour. I'll skip the gum since I don't do well with any of them. I'm also thinking I might reduce the milk & add another egg (thoughts?), since Mom's recipe is really an egg bread enriched with a little sugar, and milk. I'll probably still use vinegar to balance the ph, but won't add it to the milk. I'm also not sure about the pectin (don't have any)/gelatin (have a bunch) issue, but in either case, would you recommend an addition since mine will lack the gum?
      My mouth is watering just thinking about having Christmas Bread (slathered in butter!!!) again. A couple years ago, my mom sent a box of GF baking mix. That loaf turned out hard as a rock! A tasty, yet very ugly & disappointing rock. LOL It's been a long time... You've given me hope!
      I'll fill you in on results after Christmas.

      Reply
      • Cassidy says

        December 13, 2016 at 2:25 pm

        Hi Willow! I really can't tell you how the substitutions will work without trying it for myself, sorry. From other peoples comments though, it seems that the recipe is very forgiving and substitutions seem to work well ๐Ÿ™‚ Please come back and let me know how it turns out, I can't wait to hear!!!

        XO,
        Cassidy

        Reply
    9. Kristy says

      August 01, 2015 at 6:17 pm

      5 stars
      I made these today for my father-in-law's birthday, and they were amazing. Definitely the best gluten-free/grain-free cinnamon rolls we've ever had! I used gelatin instead of pectin since I didnโ€™t have any, regular milk instead of coconut milk, apple cider vinegar instead of white, and erythritol instead of sugar. I also cut the amount of frosting in half and added a little extra milk as it was quite thick, and the rolls were still plenty sweet. This recipe is definitely a keeper! Will be making these again.

      Reply
      • Cassidy says

        August 06, 2015 at 1:32 pm

        YAY Kristy!!! I'm happy to know your substitutions worked and you liked them ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    10. My paleo recipe says

      June 20, 2015 at 1:39 pm

      5 stars
      I made these this morning โ€“ yum! Definitely the closest thing to โ€œrealโ€ cinnamon rolls Iโ€™ve had! Iโ€™ll be honest, the tapioca mixture looked a little gross at first, and I didnโ€™t think they would turn out, But after kneading the dough, it rolled out and cut perfectly! I added a tablespoon of ghee to the filling and also 1/2 cup of powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract to the frosting. My husband thought the texture was a bit gummy, but he did like the taste, and I will be making these again! Thanks!

      Reply
    11. Dana says

      April 20, 2015 at 1:02 am

      these look awesome. I have made a paleo version that has almond flour, but a bit too tough and grainy for my liking. These seem much better and more light and fluffy, which I prefer.. I don't have any pectin so I will have to pick some up before I give these a try. If I can't find any, I might try to replace it with gelatin and see if it works out (will let you know if it does). Man, I haven't had good cinnamon rolls in a long time, thank you for sharing your recipe with us.

      Reply
      • Cassidy says

        April 20, 2015 at 1:42 pm

        Thanks Dana! Yeah, I've made my share of almond flour biscuits and thought they were too dry and grainy as well, that's why I added starch to my recipe. I hope you like it!!!

        Reply
    12. Vicki Montague - The Free From Fairy says

      February 11, 2015 at 10:20 am

      Oh my goodness these look incredible!!! I am pinning the recipe to make in the future. You really are a genius! Loving your site.

      Reply
      • Cassidy says

        February 11, 2015 at 2:19 pm

        Thanks Vicki - I hope you like them!

        -Cassidy

        Reply
    13. vegetarianmamma (Cindy) says

      December 10, 2014 at 7:59 pm

      Thanks for linking up at our Gluten Free Fridays Party! I have tweeted and pinned your entry to our Gluten Free Fridays board on Pinterest! ๐Ÿ™‚ I can't wait to see what you share next time!
      -Cindy

      Reply
    14. Tessa@TessaDomesticDiva says

      December 09, 2014 at 3:31 am

      Featuring your recipe this week Cassidy!

      Reply
      • Cassidy says

        December 09, 2014 at 1:46 pm

        Thanks so much Tessa!!!

        Reply
    15. Gluten-Free Palate says

      December 04, 2014 at 5:34 pm

      Oh my, I am totally going to make these. They look so amazing - and your instructions look so easy to follow. Thank you!

      - Chrystal

      Reply
    16. Honeybee says

      June 30, 2013 at 7:50 pm

      4 stars
      I made these today, i had been craving cinnamon rolls for almost a year ever since i had to go gluten and dairy free. I modified the recipe a little bit, since i didn't have enough almond flour and tapioca flower, so i put 1cup almond flour, 3 cups Bob's red mill all purpose mix, 2/3 cup potato starch and 1/3 cup arrowroot. They turned out good, they didn't rise as much as i would have hoped, but the taste was great. I had a lot of icing so i tried to use it all but it was too much though so we have to scrape half of it off LOL
      But overall they're good, not sure if they're going to stay long ๐Ÿ˜‰ thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    17. Sharon says

      April 29, 2013 at 1:32 am

      I just wanted to say that these are fabulous. We are not dairy free in our house though so I just used regular whole milk when making the rolls though. However, by the time I was getting around to making the frosting I was feeling a little unmotivated and lazy so I just used some apple butter I have and that made a great frosting alternative. I think pumpkin butter would also be quite tasty as well.

      Reply
      • Cassidy says

        May 04, 2013 at 2:48 pm

        Hi Sharon, I'm so happy you liked them! I like your frosting alternatives, I'll have to try them ๐Ÿ™‚

        -Cassidy

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    18. Anonymous says

      March 19, 2013 at 1:24 pm

      Having been an major baker before Celiac, I am a picky GF woman. There are several things I'd rather go without than have a yucky GF version....BUT, your cinnamon rolls tempted me and after making them 3 times (just as written but using almond milk instead of coconut) I must say a huge THANK YOU! My family loves these! These are just perfect.
      Once out of time restraints I did make them without letting the dough sit in the fridge for the recommended 6 hrs and they still turned out wonderful.
      Thank you for such an amazing recipe!! Can't wait to try others on your blog. I appreciate all the time you take to share!!!

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    19. Mama Cooper says

      January 05, 2013 at 3:55 am

      I am trying your recipe but used flax seed meal instead of the xanthan gum and pectin. I also am using gf flour mix instead of the almond flour. The dough was tighter than I think yours was but I put it in the frig for the night. We'll see how it goes tomorrow! Thank you for sharing.

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    20. :) says

      December 24, 2012 at 2:20 am

      Haha, I rolled out the dough so largely, it took up the majority of my countertop! ๐Ÿ˜› Even so, I still had a bowlfull of butter left. Would it perhaps be alright to coat the dough so much that it's literally soaking in butter? Maybe I should use more as I did notice my filling was a tad dry. ๐Ÿ˜›

      The rolls were WONDERFUL btw. My entire family wouldn't back off long enough for me to actually make the rolls! They were all too busy smelling the dough, lol! These truly are the BEST recipe I've ever tried, no doubt about that!

      I'm making them again tomorrow, at least the dough.. and putting them together Christmas morning. ๐Ÿ˜€

      Happy Holidays!

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    21. Lady Jennie says

      December 20, 2012 at 1:53 pm

      This is exactly the recipe I was looking for for Christmas, and I can get all the ingredients in France, so - yay!

      Going to pin it and make it.

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    22. :) says

      December 08, 2012 at 4:12 pm

      Hey, it's me again! ๐Ÿ™‚ Months after I ask my last question, I finally am making these rolls! Figures life gets in the way. ๐Ÿ˜‰ The rolls are proofing in the oven as I speak.I used Bob's Red Mill and the dough turned out great! Doesn't look like I need to change any measurements. It worked out fine and the dough rolled beautifully!

      I do have one question though, you said to use 1/2 a cup of butter to spread on the dough. I hardly used any of it! I spread the butter onto the dough until all but the last inch was covered, and now I have a bowlful of butter left! Did I do something wrong? Should I have used all the butter? :/

      Can't wait to test these!

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    23. Julie says

      July 30, 2012 at 2:11 am

      These are awesome! The dough turned out just perfect. Thank you so much!!! One tip that might help people.....I've always done this with cinnamon rolls, even pre-gluten free days....use dental floss to cut the rolls. You just slide the floss under and around the roll and then cross the ends and pull tight. It cuts it so slick.....especially with this dough that is a little stickier.

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    24. Kate Thomas says

      July 01, 2012 at 11:38 am

      WOW - love your work!!!

      I've been mad keen to bake cinnamon scrolls for ages but haven't gotten around to it. Yesterday I started a detox under my naturopath's guidance so I'm delighted to have stumbled upon your blog as I am BRAND NEW to cooking witout gluten, dairy etc. Can't wait to try these.

      Thank you so much

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    25. CassidyS says

      June 26, 2012 at 1:56 pm

      Jamie-
      I have't noticed any flavor left by the almond flour, but that's just me.

      Cassidy ๐Ÿ™‚

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