Honey-Butter Sweet Potato Rolls
Honey-Butter Sweet Potato Rolls are a warm, fluffy delight that perfectly balances nutty sweetness with a buttery glaze. These irresistible rolls evoke nostalgia and create memorable moments around the table. With simple ingredients and foolproof techniques, you’ll impress your family and friends with these restaurant-quality rolls at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Boil sweet potatoes until fork-tender; mash until smooth.
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let sit until frothy.
- Mix mashed sweet potatoes with melted butter and honey. Add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually incorporate flour and salt to form a soft dough; knead for about 10 minutes.
- Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Punch down dough, divide into 12 pieces, shape into balls, and place in a greased baking pan.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; brush with melted butter mixed with honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour. Enhance flavor by adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or freeze for up to three months.