You probably thought that dinner rolls were out of the question on a ketogenic diet, but that couldn’t be further from the truth! These keto bread rolls are not only easy to make but also a delicious addition to your low-carb dinner table. If you’ve been missing bread, this recipe is for you.
Want to Save This Recipe?
Enter your email & I’ll send it to your inbox. Plus, get great new recipes from me every week!
By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Low Carb Africa.
Jump to:
❤️ Why you’ll love it
These keto dinner rolls offer the best of both worlds – a light,airy texture and the rich,savory flavor of cheese. Perfect for sopping up sauces or accompanying your favorite keto-friendly soup,these keto rolls will become a staple in your low-carb repertoire.
Made with simple ingredients,no xanthan gum needed,these are the best keto dinner rolls if you’re in a hurry! Not to mention,this recipe is the closest thing you’ll get to the real deal.
Make these the next time you throw a dinner party,or have them for Thanksgiving dinner or a Christmas get-together. There’s no better keto recipe for the holidays!
🧾 Ingredients Used
The following are affiliate links. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program,an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
- Flour: I use a blend of almond flour and coconut flour as a low-carb alternative to wheat flour
- Cheese: Add a blend of mozzarella and cream cheese – the mozzarella adds a subtle flavor,while the cream cheese adds a creamy texture to the dough.
- Baking Powder: Acts as a leavening agent to give the rolls their light and airy structure. It helps the dough rise without the need for traditional yeast.
- Salt: Enhances the overall flavor of the rolls by balancing the sweetness of the almond flour and coconut flour and highlighting the savory notes from the cheeses.
- Large Eggs: Serve as a binding agent and contribute to the structure of the rolls. They also add moisture and richness to the dough.
- Sour Cream: Adds a subtle tanginess and moisture to the dough,contributing to the soft and tender texture of the rolls.
- Melted Butter: Brushing the rolls with melted butter before baking enhances their golden color and imparts a rich,buttery flavor to the crust.
🔪 How To Make This Recipe
- Preheat the oven to 375 F,and line a 9” cast iron skillet with parchment paper;set aside.
- In a medium bowl,whisk together the dry ingredients,including the almond flour,coconut flour,baking powder,and salt;set aside.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl,add the mozzarella cheese and cream cheese and melt in 30-second increments,stirring well after each,until fully melted.
- Allow the cheese mixture to cool until it is only slightly warm,not hot,then beat in the eggs and sour cream using an electric mixer,stand mixer,or food processor until smooth.
- Add the almond flour mixture and mix well. Allow to stand for a couple of minutes for the coconut flour to hydrate.
- Form 12 equal-sized balls and arrange them in the prepared pan,then brush with butter and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before pulling apart and serving.
🥫 Storing and Reheating
Store any leftover keto dinner rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. To maintain their freshness,reheat them in the oven or toaster for a few minutes. They’ll taste just as delicious as when freshly baked.
💭 Tips and Variations
- Experiment with cheeses: Try different combinations of cheeses for a unique flavor. Sharp cheddar or pepper jack can add an extra kick.
- Enhance with herbs: Add dried herbs like rosemary or thyme to the dough for an aromatic twist.
- Serve with flavored butter: Whip up a compound butter with herbs or garlic to elevate the rolls’taste.
- Flatten out the dough before baking to turn these low-carb rolls into mini keto pizza crusts.
- Top with sesame seeds to turn these rolls into low-carb hamburger buns.
- Make an egg wash to make these rolls into pretzel buns! You can also roll out the dough,twist it into pretzel shapes,and add the egg wash to make keto soft pretzels.
- Add sweetener and cinnamon to turn this dough into keto-friendly cinnamon rolls.
- Top with garlic powder,garlic butter,and melted cheese for a delicious keto cheesy garlic bread.
🍽️ What can I eat this recipe with?
Pair these keto dinner rolls with your favorite keto-friendly main courses,from grilled meats to creamy soups. Try these rolls with Keto Chicken Noodle Soup, Instant Pot Lamb Stew,or Keto Turkey Soup. These low-carb rolls are perfect for soaking up the delicious juices of stews or on the side of a salad. You can also make mini-sandwiches out of these rolls for easy,low-carb lunches;just top with your favorite lunch meats and cheeses!
Of course,these rolls also make a great addition to your holiday menus,from Thanksgiving to Christmas. This recipe can also be modified so that you can turn this recipe into a keto pizza crust,cinnamon rolls,or garlic rolls. Because it’s so versatile,this is one of my favorite keto bread recipes!
👩🍳 Frequently asked questions
Keto bread is low-carb and made without the wheat or whole grains found in traditional bread. Keto bread recipes are often made with almond or coconut flour,just like this recipe!
With this keto dinner roll recipe,you can have bread on keto! However,you’ll want to eat these rolls,and all other keto bread,in moderation.
Can I freeze the rolls?
Yes,these keto dinner rolls freeze well. Store them in a freezer-safe container,and when ready to enjoy,reheat them in the oven for a few minutes until warmed through.
Absolutely! Adjust the size of the dough balls to create smaller rolls,then reduce baking time by a few minutes so that the rolls don’t get overdone.
Parchment paper in the cast-iron skillet helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup a breeze. Make sure it covers the bottom and sides of the skillet before baking.
📖 Recipe
Keto Dinner Rolls
You probably thought that dinner rolls were out of the question on a ketogenic diet,but that couldn’t be further from the truth! These keto bread rolls are not only easy to make but also a delicious addition to your low-carb dinner table. If you’ve been missing bread,this recipe is for you.
Print
Pin
SaveSaved!
Servings:12
Calories:275kcal
Prevent your screen from going dark
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375 F,line a 9” cast iron skillet with parchment paper;set aside.
In a medium bowl,whisk together the almond flour,coconut flour,baking powder,and salt;set aside.
In a large microwave safe bowl,add the mozzarella cheese and cream cheese and melt in 30 second increments,stirring well after each,until fully melted.
Allow the cheese mixture to cool until it is only slightly warm,not hot,then beat in the eggs and sour cream using an electric mixer until smooth.
Add the almond flour mixture and mix well. Allow to stand for a couple minutes for the coconut flour to hydrate.
Form 12 equal sized balls and arrange in the prepared pan,then brush with butter and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes,or until lightly golden on top.
Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before pulling apart and serving.
Notes
- Flatten out the dough before baking to turn these low-carb rolls into mini keto pizza crusts.
- Top with sesame seeds to turn these rolls into low-carb hamburger buns.
- Make an egg wash to make these rolls into pretzel buns! You can also roll out the dough,twist it into pretzel shapes,and add the egg wash to make keto soft pretzels.
- Add sweetener and cinnamon to turn this dough into keto-friendly cinnamon rolls.
- Top with garlic powder,garlic butter,and melted cheese for a delicious keto cheesy garlic bread.
Nutrition
Calories:275kcal| Carbohydrates:7g| Protein:13g| Fat:23g| Saturated Fat:8g| Polyunsaturated Fat:1g| Monounsaturated Fat:4g| Trans Fat:0.1g| Cholesterol:69mg| Sodium:283mg| Potassium:250mg| Fiber:3g| Sugar:2g| Vitamin A:432IU| Vitamin C:0.02mg| Calcium:289mg| Iron:1mg