Description
This old fashioned yeast rolls recipe with honey butter offers tender, melt-in-your-mouth rolls, perfect for busy families seeking homemade comfort. It’s an irresistibly delicious addition to any meal, filling your kitchen with a sweet aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast, fresh
- 1 cup warm milk (dairy or unsweetened almond)
- 0.25 cup plus 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted (or vegan butter)
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons honey, local tastes best
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk (105-115 degrees F/40-46 degrees C), 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar, and the active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until a foamy layer appears on top.
- Mix Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, remaining granulated sugar, and salt. Pour in the melted butter, beaten eggs, and the activated yeast mixture. Mix with a sturdy spoon or a stand mixer with a dough hook until a shaggy, cohesive dough forms.
- Knead Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead by hand for 5-7 minutes until the dough becomes smooth, elastic, and feels soft and slightly tacky, but not overly sticky.
- First Rise: Lightly grease a clean bowl with a touch of oil. Place the dough in the bowl, turning once to coat. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until it has visibly doubled in size.
- Shape Rolls: Gently punch down the risen dough to release the air. Turn it out onto a clean surface and divide it into 12-16 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball. Arrange the shaped rolls close together in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Second Rise: Cover the baking dish again and let the rolls rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until they look noticeably puffy and almost doubled in size.
- Bake Rolls: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes until the tops are a beautiful golden brown and they sound hollow when tapped lightly.
Notes
To make a lighter option, reduce granulated sugar by 1-2 tablespoons. Dense rolls may be due to inactive yeast, over-kneading, or under-proofing. Dry rolls result from too much flour or over-baking. Ensure yeast is active and measure flour by scooping and leveling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 165 calories
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Keywords: yeast rolls, honey butter, golden top, old fashioned, homemade, easy bread, comfort food, sweet rolls, baking