Diabetic Soft & Buttery Homemade Rolls

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Diabetic Soft & Buttery Homemade Rolls

A treasured old recipe — light, fluffy, and blood-sugar friendly

 Description

These diabetic-friendly soft rolls are tender, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth, just like traditional dinner rolls—but made with smarter ingredient choices to help manage blood sugar. Passed down through generations, this recipe proves that comfort food can still be enjoyed thoughtfully and deliciously.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole wheat flour (or diabetic-friendly low-GI flour blend)

  • 1 cup almond flour

  • 1 tbsp instant yeast

  • 1 tbsp sugar substitute (erythritol or monk fruit)

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¾ cup warm low-fat milk (or unsweetened almond milk)

  • 1 large egg

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • Optional: extra butter for brushing tops

 Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar substitute. Let sit 5–7 minutes until foamy.

  2. Add egg, melted butter, and olive oil. Mix well.

  3. Gradually add flours and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.

  4. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  5. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled.

  6. Divide dough into equal balls and arrange in a greased baking dish.

  7. Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes.

  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes, until golden.

  9. Brush lightly with butter while warm.

 Notes

  • Almond flour lowers carb load and improves softness

  • Sugar substitute feeds yeast just enough without spiking glucose

  • Texture improves even more after resting 10 minutes post-bake

 Tips from Grandma’s Kitchen

  • Don’t overbake—soft rolls stay pale golden

  • Use room-temperature egg for better rise

  • Cover rolls with foil if browning too fast

  • Freeze extras and reheat gently

Servings

  • Makes 12 soft rolls

  • Serving size: 1 roll

 Nutritional Info (Approx. per roll)

  • Calories: ~140

  • Carbohydrates: ~14 g

  • Fiber: ~4 g

  • Protein: ~6 g

  • Fat: ~7 g

  • Low glycemic impact compared to white rolls

(Values vary by flour brand and sweetener)

 Health Benefits

✔ Diabetic-friendly & low-GI
✔ High fiber for slower glucose absorption
✔ No refined sugar
✔ Heart-healthy fats
✔ Comfort food without guilt

 Q & A

Q: Are these safe for diabetics?
Yes, when eaten in moderation and paired with protein or vegetables.

Q: Can I make them fully sugar-free?
They already are—just ensure your sweetener is 0-GI.

Q: Can I make them dairy-free?
Yes! Use plant milk and dairy-free butter.

Q: Why are they so soft?
The combination of almond flour, butter, and gentle baking keeps them pillowy.

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