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A close-up showing the gooey, layered texture of the gluten-free cinnamon pull-apart bread.

gluten free cinnamon pull-apart bread: A Simple No-Knead Method That Works


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  • Author: Helen Lois
  • Total Time: 160
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

This gluten-free cinnamon pull-apart bread is incredibly soft, gooey, and easy to make. Layers of buttery brioche dough and sweet cinnamon sugar.


Ingredients

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For the Brioche Dough:

15 g (3 tbsp) whole psyllium husk

180 g (¾ cup) lukewarm water

160 g (1⅓ cups + 1 tbsp) tapioca starch

135 g (1 cup) millet flour

25 g (3 tbsp) sorghum flour

50 g (¼ cup) granulated sugar

6 g (2 tsp) instant yeast

6 g (1½ tsp) baking powder

5 g (2 tsp) xanthan gum

5 g (1 tsp) salt

100 g (⅓ cup + 1½ tbsp) whole milk, lukewarm

1 large egg, room temperature

25 g (2 tbsp) sunflower oil

For the Cinnamon-Sugar Filling:

150 g (¾ cup) granulated sugar

1 tbsp ground cinnamon

55 g (½ stick) unsalted butter, melted


Instructions

1. Make Dough: In a small bowl, whisk psyllium husk and lukewarm water to form a gel. In a stand mixer bowl, whisk together all dry dough ingredients. In the psyllium gel bowl, mix in the milk, egg, and oil. Add the wet mixture to the dry and knead with a dough hook for 4-5 minutes until a very smooth, slightly sticky dough forms.

2. Assemble: Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Mix the cinnamon and sugar for the filling. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a 12×12-inch square. Cut into 16 equal 3-inch squares.

3. Coat and Stack: Dip each square first into melted butter, then dredge generously in the cinnamon sugar. Create two stacks of eight coated squares.

4. Arrange and Proof: Carefully place the two stacks sideways into the loaf pan. Cover lightly and let proof in a warm spot for about 1 hour 15 minutes, or until doubled in size.

5. Bake: Bake in a preheated 350°F (180°C) oven for about 40 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cover with foil if the top browns too quickly.

6. Cool: Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Notes

Extra Kneading: Don’t skip the extended kneading time; it’s the secret to a super smooth dough and a soft final texture.

Storage: This bread is best on the day it’s baked but keeps in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Reheat briefly in the microwave before serving.

  • Prep Time: 45
  • Cook Time: 40
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Sugar: 25 g
  • Sodium: 625 mg
  • Fat: 11 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 66 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg