Description
These Sweet Potato Dinner Rolls are a delightful twist on classic dinner rolls, adding a subtle sweetness and beautiful color to your table. Soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet, these rolls are perfect for holiday gatherings or everyday meals.
Ingredients
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For the Rolls:
- 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato (about 1 medium sweet potato)
- 1/2 cup warm whole milk (110°F/43°C)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more as needed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
Instructions
- Prepare the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, and yeast. Let sit until foamy, about 5-10 minutes.
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine sweet potato, melted butter, egg, and sugar. Add yeast mixture, then stir in flour and salt. Knead until smooth.
- Rise the Dough: Let the dough rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Shape and Bake: Divide dough, shape into rolls, let rise again, then bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-20 minutes.
Notes
- These rolls freeze well; store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
