A heartier and healthier version of the traditional white yeast roll. This is a gentle introduction to wheat flour by cutting it with half white bread flour. This helps those picky palates adjust to the rich wholesome flavor of wheat and still get the added benefits of whole grains.
Prepare: 15 minutesmins
Bake: 20 minutesmins
Rest Time: 3 hourshrs
Total Time: 3 hourshrs35 minutesmins
Servings: 12
Ingredients
1cup(150g) whole wheat flour
1cup(150g) all-purpose flour
¾cup(180mL) milk
1large(50g) egg
2tbs(28g) butter
2tbs(25g) sugar
1 ½tsp(5.25g) yeast
½tsp(2.5g) salt
Instructions
Heat milk and butter together to about 110F (43C) or just until butter is completely melted. Add yeast and allow to dissolve 5 -10 minutes.
Combine all ingredients and mix by hand until a shaggy dough forms.Turn out onto a clean work surface and knead by hand 8 - 10 minutes or until dough can be easily stretched without tearing.
Cover and let rise 1 - 3 hours or until double in size.
Separate into 12 equal sized portions. Roll into balls and place in a 9x13 (13x23cm) greased pan. Let rise 60 - 90 minutes or until 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 and active dry yeasts are not the same. If using active dry yeast, you must activate the yeast according to the manufacturer's instructions in order for the dough to rise properly. You typically need to activate or "bloom" the yeast by adding it to warmed liquid for several minutes. Instant dry yeast can be added to the dry ingredients and typically does not need to be activated prior to use. However, some brands of dry yeasts still require adding warm liquids, so be sure to read the label. Rapid, quick and fast acting dry yeasts will rise much faster than instant and active dry yeasts. For best results, always read and follow the instructions provided on the packet as the rising time varies widely between manufacturers.