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One Hour Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls
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One Hour Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls

These One Hour Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls are made with a mix of whole wheat and all-purpose flours, sweetened lightly with honey, and enriched with butter and milk. The dough is quickly mixed and kneaded to achieve a soft, slightly sticky texture that rises in a warm environment before baking. The rolls bake into a tender, slightly sweet bread with a rich crumb, ideal for serving fresh at dinner or any time rolls are desired within an hour.

Prep Time
48 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 15 rolls
Calories: 154 kcal
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 6 tablespoons butter divided
  • 3 ½ teaspoons dry active yeast
  • 3/4 cup water 105F - 115F, warm
  • 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
  • 1-1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. Grease a 9x13-inch metal baking pan; set aside.
  2. In a small saucepan, stir milk, honey, and 4 tablespoons butter together. Heat over low heat just until butter melts and honey dissolves. Cool to about 100-105 F.
  3. Pour the milk mixture into the bowl of a stand mixer.
  4. Add the yeast and warm water. Let stand for 5-10 minutes, or until yeast is foamy.
  5. Add the whole wheat flour and 1/2 cup all-purpose flour and salt to yeast mixture. Using a dough hook, mix on low speed for about 1 minute.
  6. With the mixer still going, add remaining all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup at a time. You may not need to use all of the flour.
  7. Mix about 1 ½ minutes, or until dough starts to clear the sides of the bowl.
  8. Knead on low speed for about 2 more minutes, or until dough is smooth and elastic – the dough will still be slightly sticky to the touch.
  9. Place dough in a greased bowl, turning it to grease the top. Cover the dough with a clean, dry dish towel.
  10. Let it rise in a warm place, free from draft, for about 15 minutes.
  11. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, and divide into 15 equal pieces.
  12. Form each piece into a ball and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  13. Cover the baking sheet with the dish towel, and let the dough rise for about 15 minutes.
  14. Bake at 375ºF for about 12 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown.
  15. Toward the end of the baking time, melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Set aside.
  16. Brush rolls with melted butter.

Notes

  • You can use any type of milk, from skim to whole, with whole milk providing a richer result.
  • Honey adds gentle sweetness; adjust quantity between 2-1/4 to 1/3 cup as preferred.
  • Salted butter is used here but unsalted can substitute if desired.
  • To make a warm rising spot, preheat your oven to 350°F for about a minute, then turn it off before placing the dough inside.
  • Ensure water temperature for yeast activation is between 105°F and 115°F for best yeast activity.
  • Nutrition values provided are estimates and can vary based on ingredient brands and measurements.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1roll Calories 154kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 12mg (4%) Sodium 122mg (5%) Potassium 93mg (2%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 148IU (3%) Calcium 13mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 15 rolls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 154

% Daily Value*

Serving 1roll
Calories 154kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 122mg 5%
Potassium 93mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 148IU 3%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.