Pull-Apart Rolls (keto and gluten-free)
These low-carb pull-apart rolls are a gluten-free yeast-free bread that have a pillowy soft, chewy interior and golden, crusty exterior. They’re a savory, artisan keto bun that’s so easy to make!
Servings: 14 servings
Calories: 159kcal
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups almond flour
- 1 cup whole milk mozzarella shredded
- 1 cup parmesan cheese shredded or grated
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese block style is best
- ⅓ cup sour cream whole milk is best
- ½ teaspoon xanthan gum optional. Read more in the What is Xanthan Gum ingredient spotlight
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon butter to grease the pan and brush tops of the rolls
- 1 pinch dried parsley optional - for garnish
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 375℉.
- Grease an 8 inch cast iron skillet or line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment.
- Combine the almond flour, baking powder and xanthan gum in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
- Place the mozzarella and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl and microwave on high until melted, in 20 second intervals, stirring between each interval. Once melted, mix thoroughly. I like to use a fork for this.
- Add the eggs and mix until smooth. I like to use a fork for this, as well.
- Add the sour cream and mix well.
- Add the dry ingredients and parmesan to the wet and mix thoroughly. The dough will be slightly sticky, but will become less sticky as it sits.
- Roll into approximately 2 inch balls and place in the prepared pan.
- Melt the butter in the microwave and brush the tops. Top with crumbled dried parsley (optional, but I think it makes them look nice).
- Bake in the center of the oven on the middle rack for 20 minutes.
Notes
TIP: If baking in an 8x8 square pan, this recipe will yield 9 rolls. They will spread out and will be thinner than if made in a cast iron skillet. If you want taller rolls, I recommend increasing the recipe by 50%. Or, double it to make 12 rolls. If you like thinner rolls, then making the recipe as shown above will be perfect. Personally, I think thinner rolls made in an 8x8 square baking pan make the perfect keto slider buns.
How to serve
- Serve warm – I like these best served warm, but I’ve been known to devour them straight from the fridge
- Add your favorite jam or preserves – these don't even need butter. Just warm them up and add your favorite sugar-free spread, like this sugar-free Cranberry Jam, or with a delicious Homemade Tomato Chilli Jam.
- Sandwich or sliders – slice in half and add your favorite fixins for a sandwich or slider. Serve up with some BBQ Pulled Pork for a small dinner or game day appetizer.
Variations
- Garlic cheesy bun – add fresh, finely chopped garlic or garlic powder to the dough for truly fantastic garlic rolls (not a FODMAP-friendly variation). For low-FODMAP, brush the tops with garlic-infused olive oil.
- Herb rolls – add fresh or dried herbs to the dough. My favorites are chives, black pepper, rosemary, oregano and basil.
- Add bacon – because cheese and bacon were meant for each other. Just add crumbled bacon to the dough.
- Chopped olives – olive and cheese bread is truly amazing
- More bacon flavor – use bacon grease to grease the pan and brush the tops of the rolls. If you’re not counting calories or fats, this is a must-do.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5roll | Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 2g | Net Carbs*: 2g
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