Keto Bread Rolls

These keto rolls are so soft, doughy, and fluffy, you won’t believe they are low carb! Made with just 4 ingredients, they are perfect as a warm dinner roll or even a slider! 2 grams net carbs per serving.

It’s no secret that when I’m craving comfort foods, I gravitate towards carbs. Before following a low carb diet, my comfort foods of choice would always be some kind of bread. There was nothing better than a white fluffy and soft bread roll, that I’d slather in butter or jelly and shove in my face. 

When I first went keto, recreating my comfort foods was one of the first things I did. My comfort food cravings never go away, so I needed a suitable alternative. I experimented like crazy and came up with a few fantastic options.

I’ve been meaning to share a keto rolls recipe for quite some time. They’ve been my go-to for years now, and I can’t believe how much they taste like actual bread rolls. It’s so easy to make, and you only need 4 simple ingredients and just one bowl.

No grains and no yeast are needed, but you’d never tell. The texture is soft and fluffy on the inside, tender on the outside. They taste like any good bread roll, without any cheesy or almond flavor.

I had some friends over for a big dinner party for Thanksgiving and served them these rolls as an appetizer and NO ONE believed me when I said they were low carb- They thought they were bakery style dinner rolls!

How To Make Keto Bread Rolls?

The Required Ingredients

1. Almond flour: Choose blanched almond flour or superfine almond flour. Avoid using almond meal, as it may result in less fluffy rolls.
2. Shredded cheese: Opt for low moisture mozzarella cheese for the best results. Cheddar cheese is also acceptable. I personally recommend mozzarella due to its mild flavor, which becomes even milder once the rolls are prepared.
3. Cream cheese: Use full-fat and softened cream cheese. Alternatively, dairy-free cream cheese can be used.
4. Eggs: Ensure that the eggs are at room temperature. They will be used in the dough and brushed on top of the rolls to give them a lovely shine.
5. Baking powder: This ingredient is optional but can provide some rise and fluffiness to the rolls.

The Instructions

Start by adding your shredded cheese and cream cheese into a microwave safe bowl. Microwave it for around 30 seconds, until the cheese is mostly melted.

Whisk the two kinds of cheese together, until smooth. Let the mixture cool slightly, adding in the almond flour and eggs. Mix well, until a smooth dough remains. 

Now, using your hands, form 8 balls and place them on a lined baking tray. Lightly brush the exterior of each of the rolls with the whisked egg.

Bake the rolls for 23-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve immediately. 

Tips to make the best keto dinner rolls

• To fully relish these rolls, it is essential to enjoy them while warm. When they are at room temperature or chilled, their texture becomes dense and firm.
• Ensure that the cheese mixture has cooled down before incorporating the eggs to prevent premature cooking.
• These rolls can serve as a delightful alternative to slider buns when making mini burgers.
• If you prefer garlic dinner rolls, gently brush the surfaces of the uncooked rolls with a mixture of melted butter and minced garlic.

Storing and freezing almond flour rolls

• For storage: You can refrigerate the remaining rolls, covering them, for a maximum of 1 week.
• For freezing: After the rolls have cooled down, place them in a ziplock bag and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months. Remember to thaw them completely before reheating.
• Reheating: It is necessary to reheat the rolls, as they become too dense when at room temperature or cooled. You can either microwave them for 30 seconds or place them in a preheated oven until they are warm.

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