Description

Indulge in the cozy warmth of Brown Butter Sage Dinner Rolls, a delightful twist on traditional rolls that elevate any dining experience. These soft, savory buns are infused with the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter and aromatic sage, making them an irresistible addition to your fall or winter gatherings. Perfect for Thanksgiving feasts or intimate family dinners, these rolls offer a fluffy texture that pairs beautifully with savory dishes. With easy-to-follow instructions and common ingredients, even novice bakers can create these comforting rolls that will impress your guests and enhance your meals.

Ingredients

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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

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Instructions

Brown the butter in a light-colored skillet over medium heat until golden and nutty. Cool for 10 minutes.
In a bowl, whisk warm milk, yeast, and honey; let sit until frothy (5-10 minutes).
Mix in remaining honey, egg, cooled brown butter (reserve some), salt, herbs, and 1 cup of bread flour. Gradually add more flour until soft dough forms.
Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth; let it rise in a greased bowl until doubled (1.5–2 hours).
Shape the dough into rolls and place them in a greased baking pan to rise again before baking.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 156
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 130mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 25mg