Keto rolls are on the menu today! If you’ve been doing keto for a while, you probably miss the simple pleasure of having a warm, fresh roll with your meals.
Well, these keto friendly rolls will bring that joy back to your table without breaking your diet.
These rolls are incredibly versatile – perfect for breakfast with some butter, great for making sandwiches for lunch, or as a side for your dinner.
They have that wonderful chewy texture that you expect from regular bread rolls, thanks to the magical combination of mozzarella and cream cheese.
You only need four main ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen if you’re following a keto diet.
The almond flour provides the perfect base, while the cheese blend creates that stretchy, bread like texture that’s often missing in keto baking.
They turn out great every time, with a golden brown crust on the outside and a soft, fluffy interior that will make you forget you’re eating a keto friendly version.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Perfect Texture: These rolls have an amazing bread like texture that’s hard to find in keto baking.
The special combination of mozzarella and cream cheese creates that stretchy, chewy texture you miss from regular bread.
Minimal Ingredients: You only need 4 main ingredients to make these rolls! No hunting down special keto ingredients or expensive specialty items.
Just cream cheese, eggs, mozzarella, and almond flour – things most keto dieters already have in their kitchen.
Great for Meal Prep: These rolls store beautifully in both the fridge and freezer. Make a big batch on Sunday, and you’ll have bread alternatives ready for the whole week.
They reheat wonderfully in the microwave or toaster, tasting almost as fresh as when they first came out of the oven.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Cream Cheese (softened)
- 3 Eggs (large, divided)
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 1/2 cups Almond Flour (I recommend this one – amazon)
- Optional: 3/4 teaspoon Baking Powder
👨🍳 How To Make
Follow my easy recipe and make the best keto rolls:
Step 1
Start by preheating the oven to 350°F and lining a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Add the shredded mozzarella cheese and cream cheese to a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until the cheese is mostly melted. Remove from the microwave and whisk well until the mixture is smooth. Set aside for 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add in the almond flour and two of the eggs (also add baking powder if using). Mix well until the dough is formed.
Step 4
Form 10 balls of dough and place them on the lined baking sheet.
Step 5
Whisk the remaining egg and use a pastry brush to brush the egg wash onto the rolls.
Step 6
Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown on the outside. Enjoy!
💡Tips
1. Let the Cheese Mixture Cool Slightly
After you melt the mozzarella and cream cheese in the microwave, let it cool for a few minutes before adding the other ingredients.
If the cheese mixture is too hot, it can start to cook the eggs when you add them, leading to scrambled bits in your dough.
Letting it cool also makes the dough easier to handle when you’re shaping the rolls. You want the cheese mixture to e warm and pliable, but not hot.
2. Use Wet Hands When Shaping the Rolls
The dough for these rolls can be a bit sticky. To make it easier to handle, wet your hands with a little water before shaping each roll.
This prevents the dough from sticking to your hands and helps you form smooth, even balls.
You don’t need a lot of water – just enough to dampen your palms. If the dough starts sticking again as you work, just rewet your hands. This simple trick makes the shaping process much easier and faster.
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FAQ
Can I use coconut flour instead of almond flour?
No, coconut flour won’t work as a direct substitute in this recipe. Coconut flour absorbs much more moisture than almond flour – about 3-4 times more!
If you need to use coconut flour, you’d need to completely change the recipe with different amounts of eggs and cheese.
How do I know when they’re fully baked?
The rolls should be golden brown on the outside and feel firm when gently pressed. If you’re unsure, you can carefully lift one roll and check the bottom – it should be golden brown too, not pale.
Keto Rolls
Print RecipeIngredients
- 1/4 cup Cream Cheese (softened)
- 3 Eggs (large, divided)
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 1/2 cups Almond Flour (I recommend this one - amazon)
- Optional: 3/4 teaspoon Baking Powder
Instructions
- Start by preheating the oven to 350°F and lining a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the shredded mozzarella cheese and cream cheese to a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until the cheese is mostly melted. Remove from the microwave and whisk well until the mixture is smooth. Set aside for 5 minutes.
- Add in the almond flour and two of the eggs (also add baking powder if using). Mix well until the dough is formed.
- Form 10 balls of dough and place them on the lined baking sheet.
- Whisk the remaining egg and use a pastry brush to brush the egg wash onto the rolls.
- Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown on the outside. Enjoy!
These came out FANTASTIC!!! My entire family devoured them!
Awesome! I followed the recipe exactly but made 5 hamburger buns instead. Add it a couple more minutes of cook time. Turned out great! Thank you.