Description
Indulge in the warmth and flavor of Brown Butter Sage Dinner Rolls, a delightful addition to any meal, especially during the fall and winter seasons. These rolls are infused with the rich, nutty essence of browned butter and aromatic fresh herbs, creating an unforgettable experience for your taste buds. Soft and fluffy, they are perfect for scooping up savory stews or complementing roasted meats at festive gatherings. Easy to prepare, this recipe is suitable for bakers of all levels and includes make-ahead options for stress-free entertaining. Elevate your dining experience with these delicious rolls that are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces
- 3/4 cup (180ml) whole milk or buttermilk, warmed to about 110°F (43°C)
- 2 and 1/4 teaspoons Platinum Yeast from Red Star instant yeast (1 standard packet)
- 3 Tablespoons (64g) honey, divided
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons fresh chopped sage leaves, plus an extra pinch for topping
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 3 cups (390g) bread flour (spooned & leveled), plus more as needed
- optional: flaky sea salt, for finishing
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a light-colored skillet until golden brown, then cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and honey; let sit until foamy.
- Add remaining honey, egg, cooled brown butter (reserve some), salt, herbs, and 1 cup flour; mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate remaining flour; knead until soft and slightly tacky.
- Let dough rise in a greased bowl until doubled in size.
- Shape rolls and place in a greased baking pan; let rise again before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg