Savory Breakfast Rolls
Fluffy rolls filled with flavorful breakfast goodness, perfect for busy mornings or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ tsp)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
- 2 large eggs, divided
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Filling Options
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon or sausage (optional)
- ½ cup fresh spinach or herbs, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add 2 eggs, melted butter, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until a rough dough forms.
- Transfer dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour.
- Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle, about ½ inch thick.
- Sprinkle cheese, cooked bacon or sausage, and spinach or herbs evenly over the surface.
- Roll the dough tightly from one long side to form a log. Pinch the seams to seal and slice into 12 equal pieces.
- Place the rolls cut side up on a prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Cover with a cloth and let them rise for another 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) while they rise.
Baking
- Beat the remaining egg and brush it over the tops of the rolls.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.
- Allow rolls to cool for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
For deeper flavor, experiment with herbs like rosemary or thyme in the dough. Make these rolls ahead of time and freeze unbaked rolls; just let them rise again before baking.