Texas Roadhouse Rolls
Ingredients:
For the Rolls:
1 cup warm milk
1 package (or 2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
1/3 cup sugar
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for kneading)
1 egg
1/3 cup butter, melted (plus 1/4 cup melted butter, optional)
1 teaspoon salt
For the Honey Cinnamon Butter:
1/2 cup softened butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Directions:
Activate the Yeast:
In a small bowl or cup, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and allow the mixture to sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy, which means the yeast is activated.
Make the Dough:
In the bowl of a stand mixer or using a food processor, combine the flour, egg, 1/3 cup melted butter, and salt. Pour in the activated yeast mixture. Using the dough hook attachment, mix the ingredients on medium speed until a soft dough forms. If the dough is sticky, gradually add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
Knead the Dough:
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Shape the Rolls:
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough into a rectangular shape about 1/2-inch thick. Cut the dough into squares or rectangles, depending on your desired roll size. Place the rolls on a greased baking sheet, cover, and let them rise again for about 30-45 minutes.
Bake the Rolls:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Once the rolls have risen, bake them for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown on top. If desired, brush the tops of the rolls with the additional 1/4 cup melted butter after baking.
Make the Honey Cinnamon Butter:
In a medium bowl, whisk together softened butter, cinnamon, honey, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Serve alongside the warm rolls.
Enjoy Texas Roadhouse-style rolls with sweet honey cinnamon butter