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sweet potato rolls recipe Saffron Honey Brushed
- Total Time: 220 minutes
- Yield: 12–16 rolls 1x
- Diet: General
Description
These Saffron Honey Brushed sweet potato rolls feature a captivating aroma and delicate sweetness, offering an irresistible blend of sweet, savory, and aromatic notes for perfectly soft, golden rolls. They are ideal for elevating weeknight meals or impressing guests without fuss.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups (340g) sweet potatoes, mashed, peeled and cooked
- 3.5 cups (420g) all-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup (240ml) warm whole milk
- 0.25 cup (57g) unsalted butter, melted, plus 2 tablespoons (28g) for the brush
- 0.25 cup (50g) granulated sugar, plus a pinch for yeast activation
- 1 teaspoon (6g) salt
- 0.25 teaspoon saffron threads
- 2 tablespoons (42g) honey (for the brush)
Instructions
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: Boil or steam sweet potatoes until very tender (about 15-20 minutes). Mash until completely smooth and creamy.
- Activate Yeast: In a large bowl, dissolve active dry yeast with a pinch of sugar in 1 cup of warm milk (105-115 degrees F (40-46 degrees C)). Let it bloom for 5-10 minutes until visibly foamy.
- Mix Dough: Combine the mashed sweet potato, yeast mixture, 3.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.25 cup melted butter, 0.25 cup sugar, and salt. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes by hand or 5-7 minutes with a stand mixer. (If the dough feels too dry, add milk one tablespoon at a time until soft and pliable.)
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, typically 1-1.5 hours.
- Shape Rolls: Gently punch down the risen dough. Divide it into 12-16 equal pieces and shape each into a smooth, round ball. Arrange these balls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, leaving space between each.
- Second Rise: Cover the baking dish and let the rolls rise in a warm spot for another 30-45 minutes, until puffy and nestled close together.
- Bake Rolls: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Bake for 20-25 minutes until the tops are golden brown and they sound hollow when tapped lightly.
- Saffron Honey Brush: While rolls are warm, melt 2 tablespoons of butter, stir in 2 tablespoons of honey, and a pinch of bloomed saffron (steeped in a tiny bit of warm water or milk for 5 minutes). Generously brush this fragrant mixture over the warm rolls.
Notes
For dairy-free or vegan sweet potato rolls, use plant-based milk and vegan butter. When making gluten-free sweet potato rolls, experiment with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend, adjusting liquid as needed. A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg can enhance the sweet potato flavor. If yeast is not foaming, check milk temperature or yeast expiration. Dense rolls can result from over-kneading or too much flour; add flour gradually and knead until just elastic. Dry rolls might be due to insufficient sweet potato or butter, or overbaking. Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 280 calories
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: sweet potato rolls, saffron, honey, baking, easy dinner, family-friendly, fluffy, golden, aromatic, bread
