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Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls

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Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls Pin

Gluten free, sugar free, 2 net carbs and the slightly sweet flavor of Hawaiian Pineapple that shines through these toothsome rolls make the Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls a hit at our house.

Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls close up
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They are delightful slathered in butter or sliced in half to make little ham sliders (our favorite way to eat them).

I loved the Hawaiian King Rolls as a kid but had to give them up because they are so high in carbs and...not so great for you. The kind that you buy in the store are highly processed in every way possible. But, I still love the flavor.

So I made my own version Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls. And while they are not the super squishy white bread rolls that everyone used to serve with holiday ham, the flavor is the same sweet pineapple goodness that you'll love.

Keto or not...these are damn good.

Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 3 tablespoon coconut flour

You can substitute ¾ cup of almond flour if you don't want to use coconut flour. But the mixture of the flours gives this bread it's nice texture.

  • ⅓ cup Golden Allulose.

The "golden" Lankanto Sweetener deepens the flavor of these Low Carb Hawaiian rolls but it isn't a deal breaker.

I used just plain erythritol in the second batch that I made and they were great...the family couldn't tell the difference.

  • 4 tablespoon baking powder

I know this seems like a lot of baking powder. But you want to get as much lift as possible.

Since you are using so much baking powder make sure to use a good brand..like Clabber Girl.

  • 1 teaspoon Xanthan Gum

You can use flax powder if you don't have xanthan gum.

  • 2 cups Mozzarella shredded
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon Pineapple Flavoring . This is the secret to the "Hawaiian Flavor".

You don't have to use the flavoring. But you won't get the Hawaiian taste I assume you are looking for by reading a recipe for Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls.

The rolls will still be sweet, but they won't have that something special that the flavoring gives it.

I found that ½ teaspoon was perfect in recreating the flavor of the Kings rolls that I was looking for.

If you worry about how extracts are made you can learn how to make your own here...

I used to make mint extract because it grows like a weed in my garden but I never can find the time anymore. It's a fun and easy way to save money if you are into DIY.

Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls Instructions:

  • Add all dry ingredients to a large mixing bowl and stir until combined.

Years ago, when I first stared baking I used to dump everything in at once and mix. I didn't realize that I was sabotaging myself by overworking the rising agents.

With low carb baking it's even worse. If you are a new baker you can save yourself some disappointment and mix all of the dry stuff together first.

  • Add eggs and pineapple flavoring to dry ingredients and mix until combined. Do not over mix.

It's easier to whip the eggs and pineapple before adding it to the dry ingredients but it does create an extra step...I am not super fond of extra steps. So I just add the eggs and mix.

  • Heat Mozzarella and cream cheese in a large microwave-safe bowl in 30 second intervals mixing at each pause until fully combined.

Place the cream cheese underneath the mozzarella to keep it from popping. This will keep your microwave clean and the cheese in the bowl.

  • Add cheese mixture to the dough and mix until combined. Get it as uniform as possible without getting too crazy. Use oiled hands if needed to "knead" the dough into submission.

I always use latex gloves if I am going to be handling the dough. It doesn't stick and it saves my skin in the dry Rocky Mountains Winter from washing them a million times. I just wash my hands with the gloves on while cooking.

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and oil the baking dish. (I used a 11 x 7 inch pan).

The rolls cam out nicely in this size dish. But I think a slightly larger pan or cast iron skillet will work just as well.

  • Using your hands, roll the dough into 12 evenish balls. Work quickly because the dough gets sticky as it warms in your hands.

Use oiled hands or oiled latex gloves if the dough is too sticky. You could always add a bit of coconut flour to "dust" the dough but this is always a last option for me. Coconut flour is dry and using too much will leave you with dry rolls.

  • Place the balls of dough into the baking dish slightly separated. Cover with foil and bake for 40-45 minutes. Remove foil, brush with melted butter and bake an additional 15-20 minutes, until the rolls are browned and have a hollow sound when tapped.

This is what the rolls looked like when I first took the foil off...

Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls partially baked

Use a light touch with the basting brush and butter and work quickly. You don't want them to cool too much before putting them back in the oven.

They'll look like this when they come out...

Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls baked
  • Let cool for 10 minutes and separate the rolls with a knife. Store in a airtight container for 4-5 days

I know they look all smooshed together but once you let them cool for ten minutes you can separate them and the look great. See?

Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls close up

That's it for the Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls friends!

I hope you love them and let me know if you have any questions, comments,  jokes or just want to say hi in the comments below.

Cheers,

Brandy

Fluffy Homemade Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls recipe - gluten free - low carb

Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls Recipe

Bran
This is the Keto version of the slightly sweet, squishy Hawaiian Rolls that you love pre-low-carb living.
5 from 2 votes
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 1 hr
Resting Dough in the Fridge 20 mins
Total Time 1 hr 40 mins
Course Bread
Cuisine American
Servings 12 rolls
Calories 197 kcal

Equipment

Large Mixing Bowl
Oil Sprayer
Baking Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 3 tablespoon coconut flour
  • ⅓ cup Golden Allulose See post.
  • 4 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Xanthan Gum use flax powder if you don't have xanthan gum.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella shredded
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon Pineapple Flavoring This is the secret to the "Hawaiian Flavor". See post.

Instructions
 

  • Add all dry ingredients to a large mixing bowl and stir until combined.
  • Add eggs and pineapple flavoring to dry ingredients and mix until combined. Do not over mix.
  • Heat Mozzarella and cream cheese in a large microwave-safe bowl in 30 second intervals mixing at each pause until fully combined. See the posts for tips.
  • Add cheese mixture to the dough and mix until combined. Get it as uniform as possible without getting too crazy. Use oiled hands if needed to "knead" the dough into submission.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and oil the baking dish. (I used a 11*7 inch dish)
  • Using your hands, roll the dough into 12 evenish balls. Use oiled hands or oiled latex gloves if the dough is sticky.
    Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls raw
  • Place the balls of dough into the baking dish slightly separated. Cover with foil and bake for 40-45 minutes. Remove foil, brush with melted butter and bake an additional 15-20 minutes, until the rolls are browned and have a hollow sound when tapped.
    Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls partially baked
  • Let cool for 10 minutes and separate the rolls with a knife. Store in a airtight container for 4-5 days
    Low Carb Hawaiian Rolls close up

Notes

Nutritional info based on making 12 rolls with the specified ingredients.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 197kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 9gFat: 17gSodium: 204mgFiber: 2gNet Carbs: 2gFat Ratio per Serving: 77.66%Protein Ratio per Serving: 18.27%Carb Ratio per Serving: 4.06%
Keyword coconut flour, Keto Bread
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The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy. We are pretty careful about our figures but if you ever feel like anything is off please feel free to do your own calculations.

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About Bran

I'm the Queen B here @ Castle in the Mountains. BSN, MBA. I am a keto enthusiast and food blogging coach.

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Comments

  1. Brenna

    December 24, 2020 at 9:40 am

    Hi Jeri! I am flattered! Thank you for such kind words. I don't have a cookbook yet. I really want to write one but I'm torn about it because I really just want to help people who need help finding good low carb recipes to make. Plus, all of my recipes go on the site but maybe 2021 will be my year to expand. Thanks again. Your words mean a lot and I am so thankful to all of my awesome and supportive readers. Merry Christmas and happy new year!

  2. Jeri

    December 24, 2020 at 3:13 am

    I waited FOREVER for the pineapple extract to arrive and it finally made it. I did a test run so that I can make these for Christmas dinner because my family will protest if they don't get Hawaiian rolls to go with their Christmas ham. I have to say that I am IMPRESSED. They are not exactly like the ones in the orange package but I think they are better! Where is your cookbook? Every food writer has one but I cant find yours? If you don't have one you should get busy! I would buy it in a heartbeat.

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