Indulge in the fluffy, buttery delight of homemade Texas Roadhouse-style rolls, perfect for any meal where you want to bring a touch of restaurant-quality comfort to your table. These rolls are celebrated for their soft texture and sweet flavor, making them a favorite for both dipping into soups and slathering with butter.
Paired with homemade honey cinnamon butter, these rolls transform from a simple bread to a decadent treat. Follow this straightforward recipe to create your own batch of warm, inviting rolls that are sure to impress.
Ingredients:
For the rolls:
- 1 packet dry active yeast
- ¼ cup warm water
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- Pinch of salt
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
For the honey cinnamon butter:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar
Directions:
- Prepare the Yeast:
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Stir once and let it sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.
- Warm Milk and Buttermilk:
- Combine milk and buttermilk in a microwave-safe container and heat until just warm. It’s okay if the buttermilk separates slightly.
- Mix the Ingredients:
- Stir the softened butter into the warmed milk mixture until it melts.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk mixture with the yeast, granulated sugar, salt, and one cup of flour. Use a mixer with a dough hook to beat until well combined and smooth.
- Add the egg and beat until incorporated.
- Gradually add the remaining flour, continuing to mix until the dough begins to pull away cleanly from the sides of the bowl.
- First Rise:
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and form it into a ball. Place the dough in a greased large bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.
- Shape the Rolls:
- Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a floured surface.
- Roll the dough to about ½ inch thickness. Cut into 12 rectangular pieces.
- Fold the ends of each rectangle under slightly to form a roll shape. Place the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover lightly, and let rise for another 20 minutes.
- Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake the rolls for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
- Optionally, brush the tops with additional melted butter right after baking for a soft, glossy finish.
- Prepare Honey Cinnamon Butter:
- In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, cinnamon, honey, and confectioners’ sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Serve:
- Serve the warm rolls with the honey cinnamon butter for a delicious, comforting treat.
