Description
Brown Butter Sage Dinner Rolls are the perfect blend of savory and satisfying flavors, ideal for enhancing any meal during the fall and winter months. These rolls feature a soft and fluffy texture, infused with the rich, nutty taste of brown butter and aromatic sage. Whether you’re hosting a holiday feast or enjoying a quiet dinner at home, these delightful rolls will elevate your dining experience. Easy to make, they can be prepared in advance, allowing you more time to enjoy with family and friends. Indulge in each warm bite that brings comfort and joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup whole milk or buttermilk
- 2 and 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
- 3 tablespoons honey (divided)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons fresh chopped sage
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 3 cups bread flour
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a light-colored skillet over medium heat until caramelized, then cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of honey; let sit until foamy.
- Add the remaining honey, egg, cooled brown butter (reserve some for brushing), salt, herbs, and flour; mix until combined.
- Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, then place in a greased bowl to rise until doubled in size (about 1.5–2 hours).
- Shape into rolls and place in a greased baking pan.
- Let rise again for about 30 minutes before brushing with reserved brown butter.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg