100% Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls
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A hearty and healthier version of the classic dinner roll. This uses whole wheat flour for those trying to get more fiber, protein and vitamins in their diet without sacrificing taste.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (300g) whole wheat flour
- ¾ cup (180mL) milk
- 1 large (50g) egg
- 2 tbs (28g) butter
- 2 tbs (25g) sugar
- 1 ½ tsp (5.25g) yeast
- ½ tsp (2.5g) salt
Instructions
- Heat milk and butter together to about 100F (38C) or just until butter is completely melted. Add yeast stir allow to dissolve.
- Combine all ingredients and stir by hand until a shaggy dough forms.
- Turn out onto a clean work surface and knead by hand 8 - 10 minutes or until dough stretches easily without tearing.
- Place back in the bowl, cover and let rise 2-3 hours or until double in size.
- Butter or spray with non-stick spray a 9 x 13" (23 x 33 cm) baking dish.
- Divide dough into 12 pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
- Place rolls into pan, about 1" apart (2.5 cm.)
- Cover and allow to rest 60-90 minutes or until the rolls are about double in size.
- Preheat oven to 350F (180C.)
- Bake 20 - 25 minutes or until rolls are golden brown. If the rolls are browning too quickly, tent a piece of aluminum foil on top for last 10 minutes. Center should read between 190 - 200F (88 - 93C.) Cool on a wire rack.
Notes
An important note on dry yeast: Instant dry yeast is used in this recipe, which can be mixed directly into the dry ingredients or dissolved in water before mixing. If you're using active dry yeast, modern varieties generally don't need to be dissolved in warm water first, although some manufacturers still recommend it. Rapid-rise yeast may affect rising times.
Always check the manufacturer's instructions on your yeast package for the best results.