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Fluffy Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls Recipe with Easy Cinnamon Butter Spread

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These fluffy copycat Texas Roadhouse rolls are soft, buttery, and perfect for any occasion, served with a sweet and warm cinnamon butter spread.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour (480g)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50g)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast (one packet)
  • 1 cup warm whole milk (240ml, about 110°F / 43°C)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (115g), melted, plus extra for brushing
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • For cinnamon butter spread:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (115g), softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (30g)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk (110°F / 43°C), sugar, and instant yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: Add melted butter, honey, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Add flour gradually: Slowly incorporate the flour, one cup at a time, mixing with a wooden spoon or mixer on low speed. When the dough becomes too stiff, switch to kneading by hand.
  4. Knead the dough: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until soft, smooth, and slightly tacky but not sticky. If too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time.
  5. First rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  6. Shape the rolls: Punch down the dough gently and divide it into 12 equal pieces (about 2 oz / 56 g each). Shape each into a smooth ball by pulling the edges underneath and pinching at the bottom.
  7. Second rise: Arrange rolls on a greased baking sheet or pan, spaced about 1 inch apart. Cover and let rise for another 30-40 minutes until puffy.
  8. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 20-22 minutes until golden brown on top. They should sound hollow when tapped gently.
  9. Make cinnamon butter: While rolls bake, blend softened butter, powdered sugar, cinnamon, honey, and vanilla in a small bowl until creamy.
  10. Brush and serve: Remove rolls from oven and immediately brush with melted butter. Serve warm with the cinnamon butter spread on the side or slathered on top.

Notes

Use warm milk (not hot) to activate yeast properly. Knead dough until soft and elastic but not sticky. Don’t skip the second rise for pillowy texture. Brush rolls with melted butter immediately after baking to keep crust tender. Cinnamon butter can be customized by adjusting cinnamon or honey amounts. For lactose intolerance, substitute almond milk and coconut oil. Gluten-free flour blends can be tried but results may vary.

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