Gluten Free Doughballs Recipe
Delicious and easy-to-make gluten-free doughballs combining self-raising gluten-free flour, natural yogurt, and mature cheddar cheese. Perfectly baked to a crisp and golden finish, these doughballs are enhanced with a garlic butter glaze or dip for extra flavor. A great snack or side dish suitable for gluten-free diets.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 doughballs (based on 50g each from given quantities) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
- Diet: Gluten Free
Doughballs
- 300 g self-raising gluten free flour (such as FREEE brand)
- 300 g natural yoghurt (or Greek yoghurt)
- 75 g mature Cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 tsp salt
Garlic Butter Glaze
- 20 g melted butter
- 1/2 tsp garlic paste
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or Gas mark 6. Line a baking tray with baking paper and set aside to prepare for baking the doughballs.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the natural yoghurt, grated mature cheddar cheese, gluten-free self-raising flour, and salt. Use a spoon or spatula to mix the ingredients initially. As the mixture thickens, use your hands to knead and bring everything together into a cohesive dough.
- Shape Doughballs: Divide the dough into pieces weighing approximately 50 grams each. Roll each piece into a smooth ball and arrange them on the lined baking tray, leaving a few millimeters of space between each ball to allow for slight expansion.
- Bake Doughballs: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the doughballs are crisp and golden on top.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: While the doughballs bake, mix the melted butter and garlic paste together in a small bowl.
- Glaze and Serve: Once baked, remove the doughballs from the oven. While still hot, brush the garlic butter mixture over them for extra flavor, or serve the garlic butter on the side as a dipping sauce. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- If using plain gluten-free flour instead of self-raising, add 1 tsp baking powder to help the dough rise.
- Using Greek yoghurt instead of natural yoghurt will create a thicker dough and slightly different texture.
- Adjust garlic paste amount to your taste preference or substitute with finely minced fresh garlic.
- Best eaten fresh and warm on the day of baking for optimal texture and flavor.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in oven for best results.
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