Sweet Potato Rolls
Sweet Potato Rolls are soft, fluffy dinner rolls infused with the natural sweetness and rich flavor of sweet potatoes. These rolls are made with mashed sweet potatoes, which give them a tender texture and subtle sweetness. Often served warm, they pair beautifully with a variety of main courses, especially during holidays or family meals. The rolls can be seasoned with a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg for added warmth, and their golden color makes them a festive addition to any table.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp. granulated sugar
- 1 (0.25-oz.) packet active dry yeast
- 5 cups (600 g.) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 cup canned sweet potato purée or mashed sweet potatoes
- 4 Tbsp. honey, divided
- 5 Tbsp. unsalted butter, softened, divided
- Cooking spray
- Flaky sea salt
Instructions
- In a glass measuring cup or small bowl, combine sugar and 1 c. lukewarm (98° to 105°) water. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit until foamy, about 5 minutes, then stir to combine.
- In the large bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, beat flour and kosher salt on medium-low speed until combined. Add yeast mixture, potatoes, and 2 Tbsp. honey and beat on medium-high speed until combined. With the mixer running, add 3 Tbsp. butter, 1 Tbsp. at a time, until fully incorporated. Continue to beat until a smooth dough forms, about 5 minutes.
- Grease a large bowl with cooking spray and transfer dough to bowl. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- On a lightly floured surface, turn out dough. Divide dough into 12 pieces and roll each into a smooth ball.
- Grease a 13" x 9" baking pan with cooking spray. Arrange balls in pan, spacing about 1" apart. Cover and let rise another 45 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a small heatproof bowl, microwave remaining 2 Tbsp. honey and 2 Tbsp. butter in 20-second increments, stirring between each, until melted, about 1 minute total. Brush tops of dough with about half of butter mixture; sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake rolls until golden brown, about 25 minutes.
- Brush rolls with more butter mixture and serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 267kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 177mgPotassium: 102mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gCalcium: 13mgIron: 2mg
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