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30-Minute Honey Butter Rolls Recipe

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  • Author: Aiden
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x

Description

These 30-Minute Honey Butter Rolls are soft, fluffy, and lightly sweetened with honey, perfect for a quick homemade bread option. The rolls are enriched with butter and milk, brushed with a honey butter glaze after baking for a golden, tender crust. Ready in just half an hour, they make a delightful accompaniment to any meal.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 5 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 envelopes active dry yeast (about 4 1/2 tsp)
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 ½ – 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour

For Brushing

  • 4 tbsp melted butter, divided
  • 1 tbsp honey

Instructions

  1. Heat milk and butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter with the milk over low heat until the mixture reaches 100-110°F, warm enough to activate the yeast but not hot enough to kill it.
  2. Activate yeast: In a large mixing bowl suitable for a stand mixer, combine the active dry yeast and honey. Carefully pour the warm milk and butter mixture into the bowl. Stir together and let sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture is foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  3. Add egg and salt: Attach the paddle to your stand mixer. Add the egg and salt into the yeast mixture and mix to combine.
  4. Incorporate flour: Switch to the dough hook attachment. Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, mixing until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl and clings to the dough hook. The dough should be sticky but workable. You will likely use about 3 ½ cups, but up to 4 ½ cups may be needed depending on humidity and flour type.
  5. Shape rolls: Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each into a smooth ball and place them close together in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish or on a cookie sheet. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise in a warm spot for 10-25 minutes until slightly puffed.
  6. Prepare oven and brush rolls: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and brush it generously over the tops of the risen rolls for a buttery crust.
  7. Bake the rolls: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the tops are lightly golden brown.
  8. Glaze and serve: While the rolls bake, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter with 1 tablespoon honey. As soon as the rolls come out of the oven, brush them with the honey butter glaze. Serve warm for best results.

Notes

  • The dough will be sticky; avoid adding too much flour to keep rolls soft and fluffy.
  • Use a thermometer to ensure the milk mixture is warm but not hot, which is key for yeast activation.
  • Letting the dough rise for a full 25 minutes will yield fluffier rolls, but 10 minutes works if you’re short on time.
  • You can substitute whole milk with 2% milk, but whole milk improves the richness.
  • These rolls are best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: honey butter rolls, quick dinner rolls, soft rolls, homemade bread, sweet rolls, easy bread recipe

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