Description
Breakfast Rolls are a versatile, delicious treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack. These rolls feature a soft, fluffy dough with a variety of filling options, including sweet cinnamon and savory cheese versions. The dough is light and buttery, and they are easy to make, ideal for meal prepping and can be served fresh with a simple glaze.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F or 43°C)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- For the sweet filling: 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- For the savory filling: 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend), 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (such as parsley or chives), 1/4 cup cooked beef or sausage (optional)
- For the glaze (optional): 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk or cream, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the mixture is foamy.
- Mix the dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Stir until dough forms, then knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- First rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Prepare the filling: For sweet filling, combine softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts. For savory filling, combine shredded cheese, herbs, and optional cooked meat.
- Assemble the rolls: Punch down the dough, roll it out into a rectangle, and spread the filling evenly. Roll up the dough tightly and slice into 9-12 rolls.
- Second rise: Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Bake the rolls: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake rolls for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Make the glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract (if using). Drizzle over warm rolls.
- Serve: Let rolls cool slightly, then serve warm.
Notes
- To make ahead, refrigerate the rolls after shaping and before the second rise, then bake the next morning.
- For extra crispy rolls, brush the top with butter after baking.
- For a dairy-free version, use non-dairy butter and milk, and substitute the glaze with a dairy-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus rising time)
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg