Gluten-Free Bunny Bread
Bring a touch of whimsy to your table with this Gluten-Free Bunny Bread! Perfectly light and fluffy, this charming bread is crafted with a blend of gluten-free all-purpose flour and xanthan gum, ensuring those with gluten sensitivities can indulge. Sweetened just slightly with sugar and enriched with eggs, butter, and milk, each adorable bunny-shaped roll is irresistibly tender with a golden, glossy finish. Whether you're celebrating Easter, delighting little ones, or brightening any special occasion, this recipe guarantees smiles with every bite. Plus, the simple shaping technique makes it a fun baking project for the whole family. Serve these cute creations as a snack, alongside soups, or as part of a festive brunch spread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 10 grams Instant yeast
- 5 grams Xanthan gum
- 5 grams Salt
- 50 grams Sugar
- 300 milliliters Warm water
- 3 Eggs
- 50 grams Unsalted butter, melted
- 50 milliliters Milk
- 1 Egg yolk (for egg wash)
- 15 milliliters Milk (for egg wash)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, instant yeast, xanthan gum, salt, and sugar until well combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the warm water, eggs, melted butter, and milk. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into it.
Using a spatula or a wooden spoon, mix until a sticky dough forms. You may need to use your hands to bring the dough together thoroughly.
Cover the mixing bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Turn the risen dough onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
Roll each piece into a ball, then elongate slightly to form an oval shape for the bunny bodies.
Using a small amount of dough, create smaller balls and press onto the tops of the larger ovals to form bunny faces.
Shape tiny dough pieces for ears and attach them to the top of each bunny face by pressing gently.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and milk to make egg wash. Brush this lightly over each piece of bread.
Use a toothpick to create eyes and a nose on each bunny face by gently pressing into the dough.
Place the shaped bunnies onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy your adorable gluten-free bunny bread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2377 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.3 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.7 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 858 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2295 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 415.3 g | 151% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.3 g | ||
| Protein | 38.4 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 453 mg | 10% | |
*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.
