Description
These homemade dinner rolls are soft, fluffy, and slightly sweetened with honey for a perfect dinner accompaniment. Easy to make with simple ingredients, these rolls are brushed with egg wash and sprinkled with flaky salt for a beautiful golden finish and delightful texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 cup water at 110°F
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature, cut into ¼-inch cubes
- 2 large eggs at room temperature, divided
Dry Ingredients
- 3 ½ to 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast*
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Topping
- Flaky salt such as Maldon or fleur de sel
Instructions
- Grease the Baking Dish: Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray to prevent the rolls from sticking during baking.
- Warm the Honey: Measure the honey into a microwave-safe container and microwave for 15 seconds until warm and fluid, which helps it dissolve easily into the water.
- Mix Ingredients: In a standing mixer bowl with dough hook or a large mixing bowl, combine the warm honey, water (at 110°F), 3 ½ cups flour, cubed butter, 1 egg, instant yeast, and kosher salt. Stir until combined.
- Knead the Dough: Using a stand mixer on medium-low speed, knead the dough until smooth and soft, about 3 minutes, adding up to ¼ cup more flour if needed until the dough pulls away from the bowl sides. If kneading by hand, turn the shaggy dough onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and no longer sticky.
- First Rise: Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl and cover with a dish towel. Let it rise in a warm spot for 15 minutes until the dough looks puffy.
- Shape Dough Balls: Punch down the dough gently to release air. Divide it into 12 equal pieces (about 2.7 ounces each). Roll each piece into a tight, smooth ball on a clean surface using your palm.
- Arrange and Second Rise: Arrange the balls evenly in the prepared baking dish. Cover with a clean towel and let rise in a warm place for about 15 minutes until puffy.
- Prepare Egg Wash: Beat the remaining egg until smooth and evenly combined for brushing.
- Brush and Season: Uncover the dish, brush the rolls with the egg wash and sprinkle flaky salt on top for a flavorful crust.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F and bake the rolls for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Place the dish on a wire rack and allow the rolls to cool in the dish for 10 minutes before serving to let the texture set perfectly.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the water is warm but not hot to activate the yeast without killing it.
- You can substitute all-purpose flour with bread flour for slightly chewier rolls.
- Adding flaky salt on top before baking gives a delightful crunch and flavor contrast.
- Make sure eggs and butter are at room temperature to blend evenly into the dough.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
