Description
Soft, pillowy dinner rolls infused with rich browned butter and fresh sage, perfect for holiday feasts or casual dinners. These rolls are fluffy, aromatic, and finished with a buttery sage glaze and flaky sea salt. Ideal for impressing guests or indulging in bakery-style bread at home.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup unsalted butter (browned)
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3/4 cup warm whole milk or buttermilk
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2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
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3 tablespoons honey, divided
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1 large egg, room temperature
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1 teaspoon salt
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2 teaspoons fresh chopped sage (+ extra pinch for topping)
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1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
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3 cups bread flour (plus extra if needed)
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Optional: flaky sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
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Brown the Butter: Melt butter over medium heat until golden brown and nutty (5-7 minutes). Pour into a bowl and cool.
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Activate the Yeast: Mix warm milk, yeast, and 1 tbsp honey in a large bowl. Cover and let foam for 5-10 minutes.
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Make the Dough: Add remaining honey, 6 tbsp browned butter, egg, salt, sage, thyme, and 1 cup flour. Mix well. Gradually add remaining flour until a soft dough forms.
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Knead: Knead dough by hand or mixer for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1.5–2 hours until doubled.
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Shape Rolls: Grease a 9×13-inch pan. Punch down dough, divide into 14–16 pieces, shape into balls, and arrange in the pan.
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Final Rise: Cover and let rise again for 45–60 minutes until puffy.
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Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 23–27 minutes until golden, rotating halfway. Tent with foil if browning too fast.
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Finish: Brush warm rolls with the remaining browned butter mixed with sage. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Serve warm.
Notes
Watch the butter closely when browning to avoid burning.
Add flour gradually if dough is too sticky, but keep it slightly tacky for soft rolls.
Rolls can be shaped and refrigerated overnight; bring to room temp before baking.
Flaky sea salt is optional but elevates the flavor and presentation.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25minutes
- Category: Plats
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: American