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    Skinny Gluten Free Hamburger Buns (like One Buns!)

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    By Alisa Fleming on January 7, 2016 Alisa's Favorite Dairy-Free Recipes, Bread, Dairy-Free Recipes

    Yes, I do eat wheat. In fact, I just made a whole wheat quick bread for myself a couple of days ago (more below!). But my extensive gluten-free experience comes from the facts that a) I’ve been testing gluten-free foods and recipes for over a decade and b) Tony has actually been gluten-free for several years. He’s pretty okay with skipping gluten in most cases, but he does tire of lettuce wraps and misses a basic burger sometimes. So for him, I now make us these gluten free hamburger buns … and yes, I like them, too! In fact, we both agree their fair  better than store-bought … and cheaper, too.

    Homemade Skinny Gluten Free Hamburger Buns! The recipe is dairy-free, soy-free, flexible and relatively easy. Perfectly sized like One Buns!A perfect fit in my favorite bakeware, Revol Les Naturels, as seen in Williams-Sonoma. These are the toxin-free Tartlet Pans in Cream and Sesame Grey, which are sized just right (4-1/2 inches in diameter) for making spot on burger buns to fit both veggie burgers and meat patties.

    365 Dairy-Free Recipe Challenge Update

    These gluten-free hamburger buns are a success from my personal 365 New Dairy-Free Recipe Challenge for 2016. My goal is to trial at least 365 new-to-me recipes this year, but that doesn’t count all of the retesting I will do to perfect those that weren’t spot on the first time.

    My New Dairy-Free Recipe Trials for January 1st through 6th:

    1. Spring Superfruit Smoothies (after a few trials, success!)
    2. Spaghetti Squash with Sage Cream Sauce (really good, just needs perfecting)
    3. Black Forest Smoothies (not my cup of tea)
    4. Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Granola Bars (I’m on round #4 already; I’ll get it!)
    5. Mango Melba Smoothies (yes! perfect the first time, but of course I had to retest!)
    6. Spaghetti Squash Carbonara (ooh, epic fail; abort mission)
    7. Key Lime Pie Smoothies (no go)
    8. Big BLT Salads (good, but I’m going to make it better)
    9. Whole Wheat Ginger Pear Bread (awesome! just needs minor tweaks; on round #3 of testing now!)

    And, I finalized this recipe for skinny gluten free hamburger buns. Why all the smoothies? I’ve got a magazine column coming up that is calling for some delicious new smoothie recipes! I thought they would be a piece of cake, but it turns out that I’m a little bit of a perfectionist, even with beverages.

    Recipe Notes: Gluten Free Hamburger Buns

    While he does like the “traditional” burger, Tony prefers a bun that fits and doesn’t overwhelm the meat or veggie middle. I’m with him, which is why I made these “perfect fit” skinny gluten free hamburger buns that are just a touch puffier and softer than options like OneBuns, but are surprisingly easy to slice! That said, I highly recommend toasting the halves (grill or toaster) before building your burger for the best consistency.

    These skinny gluten free hamburger buns keep for a few days in an airtight container on the counter, but can be stored in the refrigerator up to one week, or frozen and toasted up as needed.

    Homemade Skinny Gluten Free Hamburger Buns! Like One Buns - dairy-free, too!

    Special Diet Notes: Gluten Free Hamburger Buns

    By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, gluten-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, and vegetarian.

    For egg-free gluten free hamburger buns, your favorite egg replacer should work well. My personal choices for this recipe would be a chia or flax egg, as they both add moisture and a little bit of binding. But I think aquafaba, 3 tablespoons of pumpkin or squash puree, or even a powdered egg replacer could work well.

    For vegan gluten free hamburger buns, follow the egg-free guidelines and use another liquid sweetener, such as agave nectar, for the honey.

    5.0 from 12 reviews
    Skinny Gluten-Free Hamburger Buns (like One Buns!)
     
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    Prep time
    30 mins
    Cook time
    15 mins
    Total time
    45 mins
     
    This recipe was inspired by and adapted from the recipe at Allergy Free Alaska. For six "taller" or more normal fluffier buns, double the entire recipe and make 6 buns. You will need to extend the cooking time slightly, to about 18 to 20 minutes. Note that the prep time does not include rising and cooling.
    Author: Alisa Fleming
    Serves: 4 gluten free hamburger buns
    Ingredients
    • ⅓ cup + 2 tablespoons warm water (scant ½ cup)
    • 1 tablespoon honey (can sub agave nectar)
    • ¾ teaspoon active dry yeast (use 1 teaspoon in low altitude / damp climates)
    • ⅓ cup brown or white rice flour*
    • ⅓ cup tapioca starch
    • ¼ cup arrowroot starch (can sub another starch, if needed)
    • ¼ cup sorghum flour*
    • 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 egg
    • 1 ½ tablespoons olive, rice bran, or grapeseed oil (I use Ellyndale oils)
    • ¼ teaspoon apple cider vinegar
    • ½ teaspoon sesame seeds
    Instructions
    1. Add the water, honey and yeast to a large mixing bowl, whisk once and let sit 5 minutes. If your yeast is still active, it should be a little foamy / bubbly.
    2. Place the flours, starches, xanthan gum, and salt in a medium bowl and whisk to combine.
    3. Add the egg, oil and vinegar to the yeast mixture and whisk to combine. Add the dry ingredients and blend with a mixer for 30 seconds. Scrape down the sides and blend on medium speed for about 2 minutes. It will be like a very sticky dough or thick batter.
    4. Scrape the dough into four greased and floured molds** - I use Revol Tartlet Pans, which are perfectly sized for most burgers at 4½ inches in diameter. Alternately, you can make your own molds with tin foil. Even out the dough with damp hands. Sprinkle the tops with the sesame seeds.
    5. Let rise, uncovered, in a warm place for 1 hour. I place them in my oven with the oven light on (remember to remove them before preheating though!).
    6. Preheat your oven to 375ºF. Bake the buns for 15 to 17 minutes, or until golden on top.
    7. Let cool for 15 minutes before removing them from the molds. For optimal slicing, let cool for another 10 minutes on a wire rack. Slice and toast for your burger!
    Notes
    *I found the flours to be quite interchangeable. When I didn't have any rice flour on hand, I used sorghum flour for the rice flours and used either millet or quinoa flour in place of the sorghum flour. If using quinoa flour at all, I recommend increasing the sweetener to 1½ tablespoons as it does add notable bitterness if the sweetener is not increased.
    **The mixture is quite sticky but thick enough that you might be able to bake it free-form (I haven't tried this yet) without it spreading too much. Plop four mounds onto a parchment or silicone mat-lined baking sheet and shape them with damp hands to rounds that are just over 4 inches in diameter.
    3.5.3229
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    63 Comments

    1. Tracy Taylor on July 14, 2018 5:14 pm

      I’ve made this recipe at least 10 times. I double it and it makes 6 buns. The real difference is using Trader Joe’s Everything But The Bagel seasoning instead of just plain sesame seeds, it adds a saltiness and garlic kick. I love this recipe because I like the fact that the buns are thinner but also more dense, so they hold together well and don’t get sorry. I take tall Mason jars and put all the dry ingredients (excluding yeast, obviously) in them so I don’t have to measure that part out every time. I have free formed them and they’re fine, but I also found “Lifver 5 oz Ceramic Remekins, set of 6” on Amazon for around $15, they’re perfect for these buns and other dishes.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on July 15, 2018 6:07 pm

        That’s a brilliant idea! I actually have that seasoning in my cupboard. Thank you for sharing your feedback and tips – glad you like the recipe Tracy!

        Reply
    2. RuthV on January 17, 2018 11:12 am

      Great recipe and combination of flours including hints for substitutions. Instead of zantham gum I used Orgran Gluten free substitute. Used aquafaba instead of egg. Used cornflour (starch) instead of arrowroot. Really good texture. My allergy challenged grandson loved these.
      Next time will try the same combination to make a loaf.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on January 25, 2018 4:03 pm

        Thanks for the feedback Ruth and I’m so happy to know that egg-free worked well for you too! Your modification notes are appreciated.

        Reply
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    4. Gaston on May 13, 2017 7:23 am

      Hi Alisa, do you have other recipe for burger buns? like more bigger… thanks!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on May 13, 2017 7:29 am

        Hi Gaston, If you want gluten-free, just double this recipe and use 1 package (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast. If you want wheat-based, this is my main recipe – http://www.godairyfree.org/alisa-s-blog/alisa-s-milk-free-blog/frugal-foodie-friday-homemade-hamburger-buns-in-minutes

        Reply
    5. Lynn on June 5, 2016 7:03 pm

      A heck of a lot cheaper alternative for tartlet pans are Trudeau silicone egg rings – can be used in the oven for baking purposes as long as you don’t go above 220C/428F. Should be able to pick up at various kitchen stores, Bed, Bath, etc. Just make sure they’re 4 – 4.5″ diameter. Hope this helps.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on June 5, 2016 8:55 pm

        Thanks for sharing this tip Lynn! You can also make them free-form – they will hold their shape fairly well. They just spread a little.

        Reply
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    8. Sarah Walker Caron (Sarah's Cucina Bella) on January 19, 2016 4:15 am

      What an awesome idea to make these in tartlet pans! They really are the perfect size.

      Reply
    9. Kathy on January 18, 2016 3:17 pm

      I have been wanting to make hamburger buns for my son. Is there a substitute for the apple cider vinegar because my son is allergic to apples? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on January 21, 2016 3:29 pm

        Hi Kathy, you can use any vinegar.

        Reply
    10. Michelle @ The Complete Savorist on January 12, 2016 11:02 am

      Kudos to you for making homemade buns then an additional kudos for making GF buns look that awesome.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on January 13, 2016 9:38 am

        Thank you Michelle!

        Reply
      • Pat on August 17, 2020 9:19 am

        I used my onion soup bowls to bake them in. Worked out great.

        Reply
        • Alisa Fleming on August 17, 2020 9:34 am

          What a great idea!

          Reply
    11. Nutmeg Nanny on January 12, 2016 6:31 am

      My best friend is GF and I’m always trying to make her foods that she and I can both eat. These buns look perfect for loaded burger night!

      Reply
    12. Taylor@Food Faith Fitness on January 11, 2016 12:11 pm

      These buns look so good! You wouldn’t think they are gluten free!

      Reply
    13. Abigail Raines on January 11, 2016 7:59 am

      Hubby is gluten-free so this is so right for him! These buns look perfect and love that they’re also skinny! What a winner!

      Reply
    14. Lexie on January 9, 2016 2:48 pm

      Oh my, oh my! So perfect! Thanks for sharing your “trial” list. I had a good laugh … because I feel your pain! xoLexie

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on January 9, 2016 3:32 pm

        Thanks Lexie, good to know I”m not alone!

        Reply
    15. Bethany on January 9, 2016 9:55 am

      These look AMAZING! I just might have to try them egg free sometime soon!

      Reply
    16. Shirley @ gluten free easily (gfe) on January 8, 2016 10:26 pm

      Wow, Alisa! These look really great. I’ve actually made a gf bun before, but in the microwave. It, too, was thinner and didn’t overwhelm what was in the middle. I have to admit that I think big buns have helped cover up less than stellar meat patties for years though. LOL, but true. When I started eating gluten free and eating a hamburger without the bun, I was really surprised at how many bad burgers (lower quality, gristley, etc.) there are out there. Anyway, your yeast-based buns look exceptional! I see these in an upcoming part of the Bountiful Bread Basket series for sure.

      Thanks,
      Shirley

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on January 9, 2016 3:34 pm

        That is too funny Shirley! I had never thought about it that way, but I bet there are a ton of low-quality burgers hiding in massive buns!!

        Reply
    17. Levan on January 8, 2016 12:27 pm

      These hamburger buns look perfect – and their gluten free too! Thanks for sharing!!

      Reply
    18. Erin on January 7, 2016 8:51 pm

      WOW!! I have never even thought to try to make hamburger buns. These look great. Love the cute pans – such a perfect size. I keep the house gluten-free – except for hamburger buns for the boys. Maybe I will try these!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on January 7, 2016 9:48 pm

        You should! Honestly, I really enjoy them, too, and I do eat wheat. Perfect when toasted just before topping.

        Reply
      • TAMMIE CONAWAY on September 20, 2020 5:50 pm

        Made these today and doubled the recipe. Made 6..
        The only thing different was I used Bob Mills 1-1 flour instead of rice flour and substituted sorghum flour with Bob Mills gluten free oats in which I ground into flour..
        Yum yum.. my husband stated to me I
        you found a winner…

        Reply
        • Alisa Fleming on September 21, 2020 10:28 am

          Awesome! Thanks for sharing your modifications Tammie!

          Reply
    19. Amy on January 7, 2016 7:01 pm

      I love your cute little baking dishes! These look yummy. I have several gluten free friends I should pass this onto.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on January 7, 2016 7:41 pm

        Thank you Amy! I tell you, those little tartlet pans are one of my most useful baking dish options now!

        Reply
    20. Kristina on January 7, 2016 11:20 am

      I love the idea of making these in ramekins – perfect uniform size! I need to try this recipe for Jason…

      and the ginger pear bread – looking forward to it!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on January 7, 2016 6:50 pm

        They seriously come out the perfect size and you don’t have to worry about the sticky, wetter gluten-free dough spreading too much. I bet Jason would love them! 🙂

        Reply
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