Description
There’s something magical about homemade rolls fresh from the oven, especially when they’re brushed with warm honey butter that seeps into every crevice. These Soft Honey Butter Dinner Rolls are fluffy, slightly sweet, and irresistibly tender—perfect for holidays, Sunday dinners, or just because you deserve a warm, buttery bite.
Ingredients
For the Rolls:
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7 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
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2 packets (4.5 tsp) rapid-rise yeast (or active dry yeast, see notes)
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1 tsp kosher salt
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2 cups warm whole milk *(110°F/43°C—like a warm bath!)*
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6 tbsp honey (local wildflower honey adds floral notes!)
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8 tbsp (1 stick) salted butter, room temp
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2 large eggs, room temp
For the Honey Butter Glaze:
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12 tbsp (¾ cup) salted butter, melted
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6 tbsp honey
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Flaky sea salt (like Maldon, for finishing)
Instructions
1️⃣ Mix the Dough (10 mins)
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Whisk dry ingredients – In a large bowl, mix 3 cups flour, yeast, and salt.
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Combine wet ingredients – Add warm milk, honey, softened butter, and eggs. Stir until just combined (it’ll look shaggy).
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Add remaining flour – Gradually mix in 4 more cups flour until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. (Don’t over-flour!)
2️⃣ Knead & First Rise (1 hour)
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Knead the dough – On a floured surface, knead for 5-7 mins until smooth and elastic.
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Let it rise – Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (~1 hour).
3️⃣ Shape & Second Rise (30 mins)
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Divide & roll – Punch down dough, then divide into 24 equal pieces. Roll each into a smooth ball.
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Arrange in pans – Place rolls close together in a greased 9×13-inch pan (they’ll rise up, not out!).
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Second rise – Cover and let rise again until puffy (~30-45 mins).
4️⃣ Bake & Glaze (20 mins)
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Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-22 mins, until golden and hollow-sounding when tapped.
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Brush with honey butter – While still hot, generously brush with melted honey butter and sprinkle with flaky salt.
Notes
✔ Yeast check – If using active dry yeast, proof it in warm milk + 1 tsp sugar first (wait until foamy, ~5 mins).
✔ Dough texture – Should be tacky but not sticky—add flour 1 tbsp at a time if too wet.
✔ Warm rising spot – Place dough in a turned-off oven with a bowl of hot water for faster rising.
✔ Extra buttery – Brush rolls with more honey butter before serving for extra shine & flavor!
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 cal Per Roll
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Protein: 4g