Gluten Free Sticky Buns

Indulge in the ultimate breakfast or brunch treat with these irresistible Gluten-Free Sticky Buns! Soft, tender, and perfectly caramelized, these buns are a dreamy combination of fluffy gluten-free dough, a swirl of cinnamon-sugar filling, and a luscious brown sugar caramel topping. Topped with or without crunchy pecans, they’re sure to please everyone at the table—even those without dietary restrictions. This recipe expertly blends gluten-free all-purpose flour with warm milk, melted butter, and a hint of vanilla for a rich, sticky dough that bakes to golden perfection. The gooey caramel topping ensures every bite is luxuriously sweet and satisfying. Whether you’re gluten-free by necessity or choice, these sticky buns will quickly become your new favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:35 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum (if not included in your flour blend)
• 1 packet Instant yeast
• 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Warm milk (dairy or non-dairy, around 100°F)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 Eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar (for filling)
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (for filling)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
• 0.75 cups Brown sugar (for topping)
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
• 0.25 cups Heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free option)
• 0.5 cups Pecans (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour blend, xanthan gum (if needed), instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.

Step 3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms. The dough will be wetter than traditional bread dough but should hold together well.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise for 1 hour in a warm, draft-free area.

Step 5

While the dough rises, prepare the topping by combining the brown sugar, melted butter, and heavy cream in a small mixing bowl. If using, sprinkle pecans evenly into the bottom of a greased 9-inch round cake pan. Pour the caramel mixture over the pecans and set aside.

Step 6

For the filling, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a floured piece of parchment paper. Roll the dough into a 12x8-inch rectangle. Spread the softened butter for the filling evenly across the dough, then sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Step 8

Using the parchment paper to help guide you, carefully roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from one of the long edges. Slice the log into 8 equal pieces.

Step 9

Place the pieces, cut-side up, into the prepared cake pan on top of the caramel topping. Cover and let rise for another 20 minutes while you preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 10

Bake the sticky buns for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown on top and cooked through. Allow to rest in the pan for 5 minutes after baking.

Step 11

Carefully invert the pan onto a serving plate to release the buns and caramel topping. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1148.6 grams (1148.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4109

Total Fat 196.40g	252%
Saturated Fat 97.80g	489%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 772mg	257%
Sodium 1476mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 584.40g	213%
Dietary Fiber 19.70g	70%
Total Sugars 357.10g
Protein 34.30g	69%

Vitamin D 175IU	877%
Calcium 680mg	52%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1225mg	26%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.7%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 55.1%