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Mochi Cinnamon Rolls

Mochi Cinnamon Rolls – Chewy Gluten-Free Bliss Awaits

Delight in the chewy texture and cinnamon-sugar filling of these gluten-free Mochi Cinnamon Rolls. Perfect for any time of the day!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 215
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Glutinous Rice Flour Essential for that signature chewy texture.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Sweetens your rolls.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Helps the dough get a slight lift.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1 cup Milk Can be non-dairy.
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Can be replaced with oil.
  • 1 large Egg Use an egg replacement if needed.
  • 2 tbsp Cinnamon The star spice.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Icing Sugar Adjust for sweetness.
  • 2 tbsp Milk or Water To achieve glaze consistency.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • saucepan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Muffin tin
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mochi Cinnamon Rolls
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together glutinous rice flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a medium saucepan, gently heat milk and unsalted butter until the butter has melted and the mixture is steaming.
  4. Pour the hot milk and butter mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently until resembling small pebbles.
  5. Incorporate one beaten egg into the dough mixture until a cohesive dough forms.
  6. Shape the dough into a rectangular block and roll out to a 6"x10" rectangle.
  7. Brush the dough with melted butter and sprinkle cinnamon and sugar over the surface.
  8. Starting from the short edge, roll the dough into a log and slice into 6 even pieces.
  9. Place the sliced rolls into a muffin tin brushed with melted butter.
  10. Bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Allow rolls to cool for about 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  12. Mix icing sugar with milk or water until smooth and drizzle over the cooled rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy these rolls warm with coffee or tea, or pair with whipped cream for an indulgent treat.

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