Texas Roadhouse-Style Rolls

Instructions

1. Activate the Yeast
   Place the yeast and warm water in a small bowl. Stir once and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes slightly foamy.
2. Warm the Milk Mixture
   In a microwave-safe container, combine the milk and buttermilk. Heat gently until warm but not hot. It’s normal if the buttermilk separates slightly.
3. Add the Butter
   Stir the softened butter into the warm milk mixture until melted and combined.
4. Start the Dough
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk mixture, activated yeast, sugar, salt, and 1 cup (125 g) of flour. Using a mixer with a dough hook, beat on high speed until smooth.
5. Add the Egg
   Add the egg and mix until fully incorporated into the dough.
6. Add Remaining Flour
   Gradually add the remaining flour a little at a time until the dough pulls cleanly away from the dough hook and forms a soft dough.
7. Let the Dough Rise
   Lightly flour the dough and shape it into a ball. Place it in a well-greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
8. Shape the Rolls
   Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and roll it out to about ½ inch (1.3 cm) thickness. Cut into 12 even rectangular pieces.
9. Form the Rolls
   Fold the ends of each rectangle underneath to create a roll shape. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let them rise again for 20 minutes.
10. Bake the Rolls
    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the rolls for 12–15 minutes until they are lightly golden on top.
11. Brush with Butter
    Remove from the oven and brush the tops with melted butter for extra softness and shine.
12. Prepare the Honey Cinnamon Butter
    In a small bowl, combine softened butter, cinnamon, honey, and confectioners’ sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy.
13. Serve Warm
    Serve the warm rolls with the honey cinnamon butter spread generously on top.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Rise Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Difficulty Level: Medium

Variations & Substitutions

• Substitute bread flour for all-purpose flour for slightly chewier rolls.
• Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the butter for extra flavor.
• Replace buttermilk with regular milk mixed with 1 teaspoon lemon juice.
• Sprinkle the tops with flaky sea salt before baking for a sweet-salty contrast.

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