Gluten-Free Kkwabaegi
Gluten-Free Kkwabaegi is a delightful Korean twist on the traditional twisted doughnut, featuring a soft and chewy texture with a hint of sweetness. Baked instead of fried, these treats are a healthier option that still deliver on flavor and fun.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Korean
220 kcal
Ingredients
- Gluten-free all-purpose flour - 200 grams
- Granulated sugar - 50 grams
- Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
- Unsweetened almond milk - 100 ml
- Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
- Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
- Egg - 1 large
- Cinnamon sugar (for coating) - 2 tablespoons
Steps
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and egg until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Divide the dough into four equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about 20 cm long, then twist two ropes together to form a spiral shape.
- Place the twisted dough on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 5 cm apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before coating with cinnamon sugar.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 4 g
- Carbs: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
- Total Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Water: 0.1 L
Health Benefits
- Gluten-free option suitable for individuals with gluten intolerance.
- Lower in calories compared to traditional fried doughnuts.
Tags
KoreanGluten-FreeBaked Dish