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Quick Whole Wheat Rolls

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 12 rolls
Calories 220
Enjoy soft, wholesome rolls made quickly with whole wheat and molasses for a rich flavor.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 240 g whole wheat flour
  • 210 g all-purpose flour
  • 7 g fine sea salt
  • 7 g instant yeast
  • 236 g whole milk lukewarm
  • 60 g molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 45 g butter melted and unsalted
  • 15 g butter
  • 20 g molasses

Instructions 

  • Whisk together milk, molasses, melted butter, and egg until combined.
  • Mix flours, salt, and yeast in a large bowl. Add wet mixture and stir to form a shaggy dough.
  • Knead the dough for 6 minutes with a stand mixer or 12 minutes by hand until smooth and elastic.
  • Cover and let rise in a warm place for 90 minutes until doubled.
  • Divide dough into 12 portions, shape into balls, place in a lined dish, cover, and rise for 40-60 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix remaining melted butter with molasses, brush over rolls, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Brush with extra molasses after baking for shine and flavor.
Calories: 220kcal
Cost: $8
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Molasses, whole wheat