Description
Golden, pillowy Easter honey butter dinner rolls bring warmth to your holiday table, promising delightful comfort with each tender bite. Rich with sweet honey and smooth butter, these rolls will elevate your celebration and invite family to savor each delicious moment.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
- 2 large eggs
Wet and Sweet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Awaken the yeast by whisking warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a mixing bowl. Allow the mixture to become frothy and bubbling (5-10 minutes).
- Create the dough foundation by combining flour and salt in a large mixing vessel. Incorporate melted butter, eggs, honey, and the activated yeast mixture. Blend thoroughly until a cohesive mixture forms.
- Transform the dough through vigorous kneading on a lightly dusted surface. Work the mixture for 8-10 minutes until achieving a silky, stretchy consistency that springs back when touched.
- Nurture dough development by transferring it to a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a damp cloth and position in a draft-free, warm environment. Allow the dough to expand and rise until it doubles in volume (approximately 1 hour).
- Prepare rolls by gently deflating the risen dough. Divide into uniform portions and roll each into smooth, round spheres. Arrange the rolls closely together in a greased baking dish, allowing slight contact between them.
- Preheat the oven to 375F (190C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, watching for a rich golden-brown exterior. During the final moments of baking, brush the surface with a luxurious blend of melted butter and honey for a glossy, sweet finish.
Notes
- Ensure milk is lukewarm (not hot) to activate yeast properly without killing it.
- Choose high-protein bread flour for a softer, more elastic texture in rolls.
- Proof yeast carefully by watching for foamy surface, indicating active fermentation.
- Incorporate honey sparingly to maintain delicate sweetness without overpowering other flavors.
- Experiment with different flour blends like whole wheat or gluten-free for dietary variations.
- Allow rolls to cool slightly before serving to prevent burning and maintain optimal moisture.
- Store leftover rolls in airtight container to preserve softness for 2-3 days at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 201 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 105 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 28 mg