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Brown Butter Sage Dinner Rolls

Brown Butter Sage Dinner Rolls

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Brown Butter Sage Dinner Rolls are a must-have for any fall or holiday gathering, offering a delightful blend of nutty flavors and soft textures that will elevate your dining experience. The unique combination of brown butter and fresh sage creates an irresistible aroma, making these rolls the perfect side dish for everything from Thanksgiving feasts to cozy family dinners. With their make-ahead convenience and easy-to-follow instructions, even novice bakers can impress their guests with these delicious homemade rolls. Whether enjoyed warm straight from the oven or paired with savory soups and roasted meats, Brown Butter Sage Dinner Rolls are sure to become a cherished addition to your recipe repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup whole milk or buttermilk
  • 2 and 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons fresh chopped sage
  • 3 cups bread flour

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter in a light-colored skillet over medium heat until it reaches a light caramel-brown color, then let cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon honey; let sit until foamy.
  3. Add remaining honey, egg, cooled brown butter (reserve some for brushing), salt, sage, thyme, and 1 cup bread flour; mix until combined.
  4. Gradually add remaining flour while kneading until you have a soft dough.
  5. Allow the dough to rise in a greased bowl covered with plastic wrap for about 1.5–2 hours or until doubled in size.
  6. Shape into rolls and place them in a greased baking pan; let rise again before baking.

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