Description
Mouthwatering warm rolls inspired by Texas Roadhouse feature a golden crust and pillowy interior. Homemade cinnamon honey butter complements these delectable rolls, creating a sweet and comforting side dish you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large egg
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp water
- 3.5 cups bread flour
- 6 tbsps granulated sugar
- 7 tbsps unsalted butter (melted)
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tbsps confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tbsps honey
- 0.5 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Yeast Activation: Whisk warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast in a stand mixer bowl. Allow the mixture to bloom for 5 minutes until frothy and aromatic.
- Liquid Base Creation: Incorporate remaining sugar, warmed milk, melted butter, and salt into the yeast mixture. Blend until ingredients are harmoniously integrated. Add room temperature egg and whisk until thoroughly combined.
- Dough Development: Gradually fold bread flour into the liquid mixture, blending on medium-high speed for approximately 3 minutes. Reduce mixer speed to low and knead for an additional 3-4 minutes, developing a smooth, elastic texture that springs back when gently pressed.
- First Rise: Transfer dough to a nonstick spray-coated bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel. Allow dough to rise in a draft-free, warm environment for 1-2 hours until volume doubles.
- Shaping and Second Rise: Deflate dough and divide into 12 equal portions, rolling each into a smooth ball. Arrange rolls in a prepared baking dish with slight spacing. Drape with a kitchen towel and let rise for 30 minutes until visibly expanded.
- Baking and Finishing: Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Bake rolls for 12-15 minutes until golden-brown. Immediately brush with remaining melted butter for a glossy finish.
- Cinnamon Honey Butter Preparation: Whisk softened butter, confectioners’ sugar, honey, and ground cinnamon in a medium bowl until creamy and homogeneous.
Notes
- Yeast Activation Tip: Ensure water temperature is precisely between 105-115°F to activate yeast without killing it, creating the perfect rise.
- Dough Consistency Check: Knead until dough feels smooth and elastic, springing back when gently pressed – this indicates proper gluten development.
- Rising Environment Matters: Choose a warm, draft-free spot like near a preheated oven or inside a turned-off oven with the light on for optimal dough expansion.
- Butter Brushing Technique: Apply melted butter immediately after baking for a shiny, restaurant-style finish that adds rich flavor and soft texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Dinner, Appetizer, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg