Honey Wheat Dinner Rolls

• 2 1/4 cups warm water (110°F)
• 2/3 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 4 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon salt

Steps

1. 1 In a large bowl, combine warm water, honey, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. 2 Add vegetable oil and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine.
3. 3 Gradually mix in whole wheat flour and all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, until a dough forms.
4. 4 Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Add more flour if necessary.
5. 5 Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6. 6 Punch down the dough and divide into 12 equal portions. Shape each into a ball.
7. 7 Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
8. 8 Preheat oven to 375°F.
9. 9 Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. 10 Brush with melted butter immediately after removing from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Tips

• For extra softness, brush the rolls with melted butter right out of the oven.
• These rolls can be frozen after they've cooled completely. Thaw at room temperature before reheating.

Storage

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes.

Serving Suggestions

• Pair these rolls with a hearty beef stew.
• Serve warm with butter and a sprinkle of coarse salt.

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