Keto Bread Rolls
By Carine Claudepierre
Published on 09/10/2018 - Last updated on 11/06/2022
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These Keto bread rolls are the best simple rolls to fix your buns cravings on a low-carb keto diet.
It’s a crispy almond flour bread recipe that is also Vegan, Gluten-free, and Dairy-free.
What Are Keto Bread Rolls?
Keto Bread Rolls are small bite-sized rolls made with low-carb flour that taste just like classic bread but without the carbs.
While a traditional bread roll made with wheat flour contains more than 15 grams of net carbs per serving these keto bread rolls have only 4.7 grams.
As a result, they are suitable for a keto diet.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These low-carb bread rolls taste just like classic rolls but they are also:
- Gluten-Free
- Dairy-Free
- Keto-Friendly (4.7g of Net Carbs)
- Egg-Free
- Paleo
- Vegan
- Not Fathead Dough!
How To Make Keto Bread Rolls
Don’t get me wrong here, I love my eggs but I don’t think eggs should be part of bread making.
Eggs always add too much moisture and an eggy flavor to bread and I simply don’t like it. That’s why I make all my keto bread egg-free.
My favorite on the blog are my keto bread loaf for breakfast, my keto coconut flour flatbread, or keto flaxseed wraps for lunch, and now these bread rolls.
Avoiding eggs in keto bread makes it more similar to traditional bread.
Ingredients
It tastes closer to real bread without the carbs. So these simple keto bread rolls are made of:
- Almond Flour – or almond meal as you like, both work. I prefer ultra-fine almond flour as it’s what gives the best texture. Some almond meals can make bread a bit gritty. Almond Flour is a low-carb flour.
- Coconut Flour – Coconut flour is a healthy flour that brings a lot of fiber and nutrients and adds a delicious taste to keto recipes.
- Psyllium husk – I am using whole psyllium husk, it’s what adds a chewy/bready texture to low-carb bread. It contains mostly fiber so there add very few carbs to the recipe. Don’t use Metamucil fiber supplements though, it’s not the same product as whole psyllium husk fiber. Metamucil is a husk powder that is loaded with additives, only about 50% of it is psyllium husk. It can even turn food dry, purple, or blue.
- Apple Cider Vinegar – as there’s no gluten in this recipe, the combination of vinegar and baking powder gives a little raise to these keto bread rolls.
- Baking Powder or baking soda – use half if you swap for baking soda.
- Sea Salt – Salt is optional but I love to add a bit of salt to my bread. You can also add a touch of garlic powder.
- Olive Oil or vegetable oil you like. I prefer using extra virgin olive oil. You can use melted butter if you prefer.
- Water – use hot water, not boiling, think bath temperature.
- Sesame Seeds – or poppy seeds to decorate the top of the bread rolls.
Serving Keto Rolls
There are plenty of options to enjoy the keto bread rolls as part of your keto diet.
I will share below all my favorite ways to enjoy these simple keto bread rolls.
- Breakfast: simply cut them halfway and spread some fresh salty butter, and peanut butter, and add some homemade chia seed jam or fresh keto fruits. Delicious! My tip: toast them for extra crispiness, especially a few days later as they get softer. If you love eggs, you cook an egg or just egg whites in a pan and add it to the sliced buns.
- Dinner: as a side to your favorite curry or to enjoy some creamy cheese like Camembert or a slice of Mozzarella Cheese. Both are keto-friendly cheese options. You can also use cream cheese in the buns.
- Lunch: these are perfect to make small sandwiches or even burgers. They are delicious when filled with fresh avocado, mayonnaise, and any meat or roasted vegetables.
Storing Keto Rolls
These best keto dinner rolls don’t contain eggs or dairy, meaning they store very well at room temperature. Also, they freeze really well if you plan to make ahead for a busy week.
- Pantry: store your bread wrapped in a clean towel for up to 6 days. The towel will keep them fresh and prevents the bread from hardening. You can also place the towels in an airtight container. They will get softer within days but you can simply cut them halfway and toast them before eating to add a little crispiness. Otherwise, return to the hot oven for 5-8 minutes at 375°F (180°C) if you really want the bread crust to be extra crispy. I don’t recommend storing them in the fridge as these low moisture bread rolls would absorb a low of humidity and become a bit soggy.
- Freeze: feel free to double the recipe, bake the bread and freeze them for later. Defrost the day before on a plate at room temperature. Rewarm in your oven or in a toaster – cut halfway and toast them 1 minute on high. I recommend freezing them in zip-lock bags to prevent the bread texture from changing.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it’s absolutely possible to make dairy-free and egg-free rolls. My recipe is delicious and tastes like real bread, not like eggs or cheese.
No, you can do this recipe just by combining the flours in a mixing bowl.
Yes, you can, but powder being denser than whole husk, you have to use less of it.
Oat flour would work in this recipe, but it would not be keto-friendly anymore.
No, flaxseed meal wouldn’t work in this recipe.
Yes, with only 10 grams of net carbs per 100 grams, it’s one of the most
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The Best Keto Bread Rolls
Ingredients
Dry ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup Almond Flour
- ¼ cup Coconut Flour
- ¼ cup + 3 tablespoons Whole Psyllium Husk
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder or 1 teaspoon baking soda
Wet ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 cup Hot Water think hot bath temperature like 40C
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (180°C) Lay a baking tray with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl add all the dry ingredients first: almond flour, coconut flour, whole psyllium husk, baking powder, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Add the apple cider vinegar and olive oil, and stir in the hot water. Combine for 1 minute with a spatula, the water will absorb gradually, drying out the mixture to create the bread dough. It should stay a bit soft and sticky, that is normal, but you should be able to form a ball with your hand. If not, add slightly more husk 1 teaspoon at a time. You want the ball to hold together, it's OK if it's moist. Don't add more than 1 tablespoon of husk.
- Set aside 10 minutes to let the fiber absorb the liquid. The dough should be elastic, soft, and easy to divide into 6 small balls.
- Roll each small ball between your hands and place them one by one on the baking tray. No need to leave more than half a thumb between each bread as they won't expand while baking.
- With a pastry brush, brush the top of each bread ball with a bit of tap water.
- Sprinkle some sesame seeds on top of each bread – optional but delicious!
- Bake for 40-45 minutes at 375°F (180°C). I recommend you place the tray at the very bottom of the oven for 30 minutes then swap to the TOP level of the oven for 10-15 extra minutes. If you love your bread crusty turn onto grill mode for an extra 5 minutes after 40-45 minutes of baking time. Watch them closely to prevent the top from burning – if you use the grill method.
- Fully cool down a cooling rack.
- Slice halfway and enjoy like a bread roll with butter, ham, or cheese.
- Store in the pantry for 5-6 days. I wrap mine in a towel to keep them fresh and rewarm them sliced in my toaster to add some crispiness. You can also freeze the bread and double the recipe to make more of it ahead.
Notes
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About The Author
Hi, I'm Carine, the food blogger, author, recipe developer, published author of a cookbook, and founder of Sweet As Honey.
I have an Accredited Certificate in Nutrition and Wellness obtained in 2014 from Well College Global (formerly Cadence Health). I'm passionate about sharing all my easy and tasty recipes that are both delicious and healthy. My expertise in the field comes from my background in chemistry and years of following a keto low-carb diet. But I'm also well versed in vegetarian and vegan cooking since my husband is vegan.
I now eat a more balanced diet where I alternate between keto and a Mediterranean Diet
Cooking and Baking is my true passion. In fact, I only share a small portion of my recipes on Sweet As Honey. Most of them are eaten by my husband and my two kids before I have time to take any pictures!
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I have Phyllum husk powder..is that ok
Psyllium husk powder can make the rolls too wet or blue/purple in color, feel free to experiment.
Hi, any sub for ACV, is it really necessary?
And is it better to use oils, like olive, coconut than usin butter for bread type recipes as butter seems to make it more cake like.
Thanks
You can replace ACV by lemon juice or any vinegar. Any oil works but some have stronger flavors like coconut oil, so pick the one you enjoy the most in bread. Avocado oil is pretty neutral. I don’t like butter in bread as you said, it makes food cakey.
This bread tastes amazing. I love making it. The aroma while it is baking is even better than normal bread. I’m hooked!
Best keto bread I made and I have made a lot of them….
Best gluten bread I eat ! Perfect texture, and grest taste 🙂
These are excellent and so easy. Mine did not rise a huge amount but the taste was superb
The rolls did not rise at all
The recipe says that these don’t rise, they are gluten-free bread rolls. That’s why the recipe mention to shape round balls to keep the breads fluffy
Could the coconut flour be omitted?
Not at all, it won’t hold together
Hello Carine, I wanted to know if it is 37 grams of psyllium or is it a mistake. It seems a lot to me amount. Thanks.
All measurement are correct, this is an egg-free keto bread recipe so the husk is the binder, you need this amount.
Dear Carine, my mom has allergy to almonds. She can substitute it for nuts flour or other keto flour. And if this is possible, should she use the same amount? Thanks.
You can replace almond flour by sunflower seed flour or sesame flour, same amount. Both are keto friendly. Enjoy
Do you think these will cook up in a micro? Full time VanLife and only have a micro. Perhaps I’ll try them and let you know if/how they turn out
Thanks for your awesome
Keto healthy, creative recipes
Not at all, you must bake these bread in the oven I am sorry. You can use my keto bread microwave recipe instead if you don’t have a oven. Enjoy
Really excellent recipe. Mine turn out darker due to the husk, but I love this. They taste great and are so easy to make. Thank you for sharing.
Delicious! Thanks so much for the recipe. 🙂
They taste very similar to Unbuns I buy from the grocery store, except waaaay better! I’ll be making these from now on. 🙂
Could I use xanthan gum instead of psyllium husk?
No Sorry you can’t swap both in this recipe
They dont sell any other brands of Psyllium husk in Australia that doesnt result in turning it purple/blue color.
You sure that xanthan gum can’t be used instead? They’re both binder type ingredients.
I am sorry but no it won’t work. Xanthan gum can replace husk only in recipe that have eggs.
Made this recipe. Turns out darker color than shown. Does not look appealing, but tastes good. Especially with butter. I will make it again.
If the bread turns out dark it’s coming from your psyllium husk brand, try a different brand next time, I am using Now foods husk powder and my bread is turning light in color. Enjoy
I have a lot of food allergies, including eggs and yeast- This bread was such a life saver for some burger rolls this weekend for 4th of July grilling! Could not have been easier and they were delicious. Glad I found you, thank you🙏🏻☺️
Hi, can anything in this recipe be replaced with oat fiber?
No I am sorry the recipe won’t work with oat fiber
Absolutely outstanding!!!!!
I don’t live in the US therefore I don’t have the brands that you suggest but I don’t have words to explain how much we loved these!!! THANK YOU❤️❤️
Legit just baked these and OMG! I don’t usually comment but I had to come here and say “compliments to the chef!” After recognizing that I do in fact have a gluten intolerance, I was pretty bummed about saying goodbye to bread. But this right here has given me hope! This is way better than any gluten free processed bread that I could buy in the supermarket. I plan to use this for breakfast, mini sliders, oh the possibilities are endless! Thank you thank you thank you!
Thank you for this recipe! It’s so good 😊
These are so, so good! This is the best bread replacement I’ve found in my nearly 3 years of being keto. I might try adding some cinnamon next batch to experiment! Thanks so much for the recipe!
What can use instead of psyllium husks?
You need psyllium husk in this recipe or it won’t work. Enjoy
Not even flaxseed meal or ground chia seeds would be ok for replacing the psyllium husk?
Feel free to experiment but the recipe has no egg and husk is binder that add a chewy texture. They will come out very dense I guess with a substitute
Turned out fabulous. Used Everything Bagel seasoning for topping. The rolls were crusty on the outside and chewy in the middle. I’m hooked!!!