Description
These Oatmeal Molasses Dinner Rolls bring together rich flavors and simple ingredients, creating a fluffy, comforting side for any meal. Ready in a few hours, they are perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- 1/3 cup whole milk (or non-dairy substitute)
- 1 tablespoon Platinum Yeast from Red Star (or active dry yeast)
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons molasses
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup old-fashioned whole rolled oats
- 3 and 1/2 cups bread flour (or all-purpose)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Egg wash (1 beaten egg white + 1 teaspoon water)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing warm water, milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon sugar; let sit until frothy.
- Add remaining sugar, molasses, butter, oats, and salt; mix in 1 cup of bread flour.
- Knead dough until smooth, adjusting flour as necessary. Let rise until doubled in size, about 1.5-2 hours.
- Shape dough into 15 rolls, place in greased baking pan, and allow to rise again for 30-60 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and bake rolls for 26-27 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
Store rolls at room temperature for 2-3 days or refrigerate for a week.
Freeze rolls for up to 3 months; warm in the oven before serving.
Avoid over-kneading the dough for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg