Soft Sugar-Free Bread Rolls (20–25 Minutes Baking Time)

By Muhammad Faizan

Soft Sugar-Free Bread Rolls (20–25 Minutes Baking Time)

Ingredients (7 Main Ones)

  1. 3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour

  2. 1 cup (240 ml) warm milk (or unsweetened almond milk for fewer calories)

  3. 1 large egg

  4. 2 tbsp olive oil (or melted light butter)

  5. 1 tbsp dry yeast

  6. ½ tsp salt

  7. 1 tbsp sugar substitute (erythritol or monk fruit)

Optional (for glaze):

  • 1 egg yolk + 1 tsp milk

  • Sesame seeds

Instructions (Step-by-Step)

1. Activate the yeast

  • Warm milk until slightly warm (not hot).

  • Mix yeast + sugar substitute + 3 tbsp of the warm milk.

  • Let foam for 10 minutes.

2. Prepare the dough

  • In a bowl, add flour + salt.

  • Add yeast mixture, egg, and oil.

  • Mix and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

3. First rise

  • Cover and let rise for 1 hour (or until doubled).

4. Shape the rolls

  • Punch down the dough (like in the image).

  • Divide into 12 equal balls.

  • Place on a baking tray lined with parchment.

5. Second rise

  • Let rest for 20–25 minutes.

6. Glaze & bake

  • Brush with egg wash and sprinkle sesame (optional).

  • Bake at 180°C / 350°F for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.

7. Serve warm

  • Soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet—even without sugar.

    Servings: 12 rolls
    Category: Low-sugar, light fluffy bread
    Made with 7 main ingredients

Nutritional Info (Per Roll, Approx.)

(Using almond milk and olive oil)

  • Calories: ~110 kcal

  • Protein: 3.5 g

  • Carbs: 19 g

  • Fat: 2.5 g

  • Sugar: <1 g (depending on milk choice)

  • Fiber: 1 g

Benefits

  • ✔️ Sugar-free (uses sugar substitute)

  • ✔️ Lower calorie than standard bakery rolls

  • ✔️ Soft, fluffy, and easy to digest

  • ✔️ Quick baking time

  • ✔️ Great for diabetics (but still contains carbs — consume in moderation)

Q/A for This Recipe

Q1. Can I make this fully gluten-free?

Yes—use a high-quality 1:1 gluten-free flour + 1 extra egg white for structure.

Q2. Can I make it vegan?

Yes—replace:

  • Egg → 3 tbsp aquafaba

  • Milk → plant milk

  • Butter/egg wash → brush with olive oil

Q3. Can I freeze these rolls?

Absolutely! Freeze up to 3 months. Reheat at 150°C for 5–7 minutes.

Q4. Are these safe for diabetics?

They’re sugar-free, but still contain carbs → enjoy moderately.

Q5. Can I stuff them (cheese, spinach, chicken)?

Yes—flatten the dough balls, add a spoonful of filling, pinch shut, and bake.

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