The Best Easy Gluten-Free Bao Buns for Beginners
Incredibly light and airy gluten-free steamed buns made from scratch. Perfect for dim sum nights and healthy family meals.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 92 minutes
- Yield: 8 buns
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Steamed
- Cuisine: Asian-American
Ingredients
2 cups Gluten-Free Bread Flour (with psyllium husk)
1 tsp Instant Yeast
2 tbsp Granulated Sugar
1 tsp Baking Powder
3/4 cup Warm Water (100°F)
1 tbsp Neutral Oil
1/4 tsp Salt
Parchment paper squares
Instructions
1. Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast; let sit for 10 mins until frothy.
2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
3. Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a sticky dough.
4. Knead for 2 minutes on a floured surface until smooth.
5. Cover and let rise in a warm spot for 60 minutes.
6. Divide into 8 pieces and shape into smooth balls or ovals.
7. Place on parchment and rest for 15 minutes.
8. Steam in a bamboo basket over boiling water for 12 minutes.
9. Let sit with lid on for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure water is not too hot to avoid killing the yeast.
Keep the lid closed after steaming to prevent shrinking.
Store in an airtight container and re-steam to reheat.
Pairs perfectly with gluten-free soy sauce.