Sweet Molasses Brown Bread Rolls
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Sweet Molasses Brown Bread Rolls
Description
This recipe uses active dry yeast activated in warm water, combined with honey, molasses, cocoa powder, kosher salt, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and whole wheat flour. The cocoa contributes color and a slight depth without a strong chocolate flavor. The dough is mixed first with low-speed mixing, gradually adding whole wheat flour until stiff, then kneaded lightly by hand. After an initial rise until doubled, it is shaped into rolls and baked.
The resulting bread rolls have a soft crumb with a mildly sweet and rich flavor from molasses and brown sugar. The combination of flours creates a balanced texture between tender and slightly hearty. The brown sugar butter spread with butter, brown sugar, and honey offers a complementary sweetness when spreading on warm rolls.
This dough requires attention to water temperature and yeast freshness for proper rise. If a stand mixer with a dough hook is unavailable, the dough can be worked by hand until smooth. The recipe is suitable for home bakers aiming for soft, sweet brown rolls that pair well with breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
- 4 teaspoons active dry yeast make sure it's not expired
- 1 cup water 110 degrees F, warm
- 1 egg room temp - see below*
- ¼ cup honey I love using local honey
- 3 tablespoons molasses I used organic
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder I used organic Dutch processed
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour I use unbleached
- 1-2 cups whole wheat flour
- cornmeal optional, or rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
Brown Sugar Butter
- 1 stick 8 tablespoons salted butter, room temperature
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Rolls
- In the bowl of a stand mixer combine warm water and yeast until dissolved and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Once yeast smells yeasty and frothy, add the rest of the ingredients up until the whole wheat flour. Mix on low, scraping down sides until just combined. Change paddle beater to the "J" hook (see notes if you do not have a J hook), add one cup of whole wheat flour a little at a time with mixer on low, until combined. Gradually add whole wheat flour until dough starts to come together, starts to ball and pulls away from the bowl. If needed add a couple of teaspoons of water. Knead on low for 5-7 minutes, if needed add additional flour. Dough will be very stiff.
- Transfer dough to floured surface and knead until tight and smooth, about 4-5 times. Spray or spread oil in a large ceramic bowl, form dough into ball, turning to cover both sides with oil. Cover and allow to rise in a warm place until doubled, about 60-90 minutes. If you need a warm place, preheat your oven to 100 degrees then TURN OFF.
- Punch down dough and using a bench scraper, cut into 16 even dough balls, pinch bottoms into a round ball shape and lay in a sprayed or parchment lined 13x9 inch pan. Place in warm place to rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350° F. and brush tops of muffins with melted butter sprinkling with a little cornmeal or rolled oats (optional)
- Bake for 18-22 minutes
- Brown Sugar ButterIn a bowl, mixer or food processor, mix the brown sugar, softened butter and honey. Refrigerate until ready to use, the bring to room temperature.
Notes
- Yeast activity is crucial; ensure yeast is fresh and the water is warm but not too hot for best rising.
- If a mixer with a dough hook is unavailable, knead dough by hand using a wooden spoon or hands until smooth and tight.
- The brown sugar butter spread enhances flavor and complements the rolls when served warm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16rolls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 194 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 11 serving | |
| Calories | 194kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 144mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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