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Mix the sugar, yeast, and warm water together in a large bowl. Stir lightly and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes, until it starts bubbling and foaming.
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Whisk the gluten-free all-purpose flour, xanthan gum (if you're using it), and salt in another bowl.
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To the yeast mix, add the egg, melted butter, and olive oil. Stir everything until it's blended well.
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Slowly pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until it forms a sticky dough consistency.
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With a stand mixer and dough hook, knead for 5 minutes until smooth and stretchy. If you’re doing it by hand, knead for about 10 minutes instead.
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Put the dough in a greased bowl. Cover with a damp cloth and set it somewhere warm for about an hour, or until it's doubled in size.
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Deflate the dough, then split it into 12 parts. Roll each one into a ball, then flatten slightly into discs.
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Lay the rolls in a greased 9x13-inch dish, making sure there’s an inch of space between each roll.
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Drape a clean towel over the rolls and allow them to rise again for 30 to 45 minutes, or until they puff up a bit.
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Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for around 18 to 20 minutes, or until the tops are a nice golden shade.
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Once done, take the dish out of the oven and let the rolls sit and cool there for 5 minutes. Then move them to a wire rack so they can cool fully.