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    Published: Jan 24, 2022 by Denise Browning · "This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission." · 3 Comments

    Oat Rolls (with Honey Butter)


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    Oats Rolls that are easy to make, fluffy, and buttery, making the perfect dinner rolls for weeknight meals and holidays. They have a hint of sweetness from honey and have a lower GI (Glycemic Index) than the ones made with plain flour. Check out this Brazilian cheese bread!

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    Oat Rolls

    If you enjoy making your own bread or rolls at home, you’ll love this wholesome recipe.

    Instead of using only plain flour like most of the recipes out there, we replaced part of the white flour with whole wheat flour and rolled oats.

    Those substitutions produced dinner rolls with a lower Glycemic Index. 

    On top, we added no sugar. We used honey instead!

    These are simple ways to make them healthy or wholesome!

    But if you are still not convinced to make this homemade bread, here are a few more reasons to make these oat rolls:

    1. EASY TO MAKE: the process is quite simple! You only need a few minutes of mixing, a little kneading, and then portioning. Most of the time is spent by letting the dough rest and rise. Meanwhile, you can do something else! I prefer to use my stand mixer for making these oat dinner rolls, but you can use a sturdy hand mixer if you prefer.
    2. FLAVORFUL: There is a hint of sweetness from the honey! But also a little nutty chewiness from the oats and a hearty flavor from the whole wheat flour. And as if these were not enough, they are buttery too! They get a double dose of butter:  in the dough and then brushed as they come out of the oven!
    3. VERSATILE: These oat rolls are perfect for any meal or occasion. Moreover, you use them not only as a side but also to make sliders, mini sandwiches, or use stale leftovers for making bread pudding.
    4. FREEZER-FRIENDLY: Yes! You can make them ahead and freeze them for later!

    What are oatmeal rolls?

    Like oatmeal bread, oatmeal rolls are made with old-fashioned oats instead of only plain flour 

    The oats give a nutty flavor and a chewy texture to these oat rolls, making them wholesome.

    Ingredients

    ingredients in bowls

    You'll need 9 simple ingredients to make these oat rolls:

    • All-purpose flour
    • Whole wheat flour
    • Rolled oats
    • Active dry yeast
    • Egg
    • Honey
    • Unsalted Butter
    • Water
    • Salt

    How to Make Oat Rolls

    Here is how to make these oat dinner rolls in 7 simple steps:

    photo collage showing how to make oat rolls step by step

    1. In a large mixing bowl, mix the dry ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, rolled oats, yeast, and salt. SEE PIC. 1
    2. In a small saucepan, heat the wet ingredients: water, honey, and 4 tablespoons of butter to 120°-130° F (49°-54° C). SEE PIC. 2
    3. Add the heated mixture to the dry ingredients. Then beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes. Add the egg and beat on high for 2 minutes. SEE PIC. 3 & 4 Stir in enough remaining all-purpose flour to form a soft dough. It will be sticky! SEE PIC. 5 & 6
    4. Turn dough onto a floured work surface. Knead for about 6-8 minutes or just until smooth and elastic. SEE PIC. 7
    5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place (e.g. oven or microwave) until doubled. It takes about 1 hour! SEE PIC. 8
    6. Punch down the dough! Turn onto a lightly floured surface and then divide and shape into 24 dough balls. For best results (same size rolls), weigh the dough in grams and divide by 24 to get the weight for each roll. Place in a greased 13 x 9-inch baking pan. SEE PIC. 9 Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rise in a warm place until doubled. It takes about 30 minutes!
    7. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375° F (190° C). Bake for 20-22 minutes or until golden brown on top.
    8. Lastly, whisk together the 3 tablespoons of melted butter and 3 tablespoons of honey. SEE PIC. 10 Brush the honey-butter mixture over the tops of the oat rolls. SEE PIC. 11 & 12 Transfer them from the pan to a cooling rack and serve warm! 

    Is this oat flour bread gluten-free?

    No, because this oat rolls recipe calls for all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour in addition to rolled oats.

    oatmeal rolls on a cooling rack with ine of them sliced in half

    What type of bread yeast to use?

    There are two types of dry yeast for making bread: active dry yeast and instant yeast (also called rapid rise yeast.)

    I used active dry yeast for this oat rolls recipe!

    How can I tell if my yeast is still good to make oatmeal dinner rolls?

    Because we use active dry yeast in this dinner roll recipe, the best way to find out whether it is still good is to check the date on the package.

    Another way is the following:

    1. Use ½ cup of warm water (about 100°F or 38° C). Check the temperature with a food thermometer.
    2. Add in 2 ¼ teaspoons room temperature active dry yeast (or in another recipe instant yeast) and 1 teaspoon of sugar.
    3. Stir it all for about 15 seconds until combined and then leave it alone for about 10 minutes. After just a few minutes, you must see the top bubble and lightly bloom or foam.
    4. After 10 minutes, the yeast should’ve doubled or tripled in size and should be high up. This means, your yeast is fresh or still good to use in this recipe for oatmeal buns! 

    Storage

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    How to Keep Oat Dinner Rolls

    Place oat flour rolls in sealable bags and store them at room temperature for up to 2-3 days.

    Can I refrigerate them?

    It is not recommended because these baked rolls will dry out and become stale faster than storing at room temperature.

    How to freeze, thaw, and warm Honey Oat Bread

    • To Freeze: Place the cool oat rolls leftovers in a heavy-duty freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
    • To Thaw: Place the bag over the counter, at room temperature, overnight. Serve them as soon as they've thawed or warmed.
    • To Warm: Put honey oat dinner rolls in a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, cover them with loose foil, and bake in a preheated at 300° F (149° C) for about 8-10 minutes.

    Other bread roll recipes to enjoy

    • Coconut Rolls
    • Garlic Bread Rolls
    • Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls
    • Cheddar filled Brazilian Cheese Rolls

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    Oat Rolls

    Oats Rolls that are easy to make, fluffy, and buttery, making the perfect dinner rolls for weeknight meals and holidays. They have a hint of sweetness from honey and have a lower GI (Glycemic Index) than the ones made with plain flour. Check out this Brazilian cheese bread!
    Course:Side Dish
    Cuisine:American
    Keywords:butter, honey, oat rolls
    Prep Time 45 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Rising time 1 hour 30 minutes
    Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
    Servings 24 rolls
    Calories119 kcal
    Author Denise Browning
    Cost $ 0.30 per roll

    Equipment

    • 1 Stand mixer
    • 1 wooden spoon
    • 2 large mixing bowls
    • 1 small saucepan
    • 1 Baking dish
    • 1 Wire rack for cooling the rolls
    • 1 food thermometer

    Ingredients

    For the oat rolls:

    • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour to 2 ¾ cups
    • ¾ cup whole wheat flour
    • ½ cup old-fashioned oats
    • 2 packages active dry yeast ¼-ounce EACH
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup water
    • ¼ cup honey
    • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 1 large egg room temperature

    For the honey butter:

    • 3 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
    • 3 tablespoon honey NOTE: For even more buttery rolls, you can add 1 extra tablespoon of melted butter to the honey-butter mixture.

    Instructions

    • In a large mixing bowl, mix the dry ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, rolled oats, yeast, and salt.
    • In a small saucepan, heat the wet ingredients: water, honey, and 4 tablespoons of butter to 120°-130° F (49°-54° C).
    • Add the heated mixture to the dry ingredients. Then beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes. Add the egg and beat on high for 2 minutes. Stir in enough remaining all-purpose flour to form a soft dough. It will be sticky!
    • Turn dough onto a floured work surface. Knead for about 6-8 minutes or just until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place (e.g. oven or microwave) until doubled. It takes about 1 hour!
    • Punch down the dough! Turn onto a lightly floured surface and then divide and shape into 24 dough balls. For best results (same size rolls), weigh the dough in grams and divide by 24 to get the weight for each roll. Place in a greased 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rise in a warm place until doubled. It takes about 30 minutes!
    • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375° F (190° C). Bake for 20-22 minutes or until golden brown on top.
    • Lastly, whisk together the 3 tablespoons of melted butter and 3 tablespoons of honey. Brush the honey-butter mixture over the tops of the oat rolls. Transfer them from the pan to a cooling rack and serve warm!

    Recipe Notes

    STORAGE
    Place oat flour rolls in sealable bags and store them at room temperature for up to 2-3 days.
    It is not recommended because these baked rolls will dry out and become stale faster than storing them at room temperature.
    How to freeze, thaw, and warm Honey Oat Bread
    • To Freeze: Place the cool oat rolls leftovers in a heavy-duty freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
    • To Thaw: Place the bag over the counter, at room temperature, overnight. Serve them as soon as they've thawed or warmed.
    • To Warm: Put honey oat dinner rolls in a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, cover them with loose foil, and bake in a preheated at 300° F (149° C) for about 8-10 minutes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 119kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 101mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 112IU | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg

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    Please note that health-focused and diet information provided on easyanddelish.com is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, nor is it intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Consult with your doctor or other qualified health professional prior to initiating any significant change in your diet or exercise regimen, or for any other issue necessitating medical advice.

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    1. John / Kitchen Riffs says

      January 26, 2022 at 9:19 am

      Love bread and rolls, and this is such a terrific recipe. Thanks!

      Reply
    2. Camila @ Microwave Choice says

      January 29, 2022 at 5:47 am

      My mouth is watering! Sounds incredibly yummy 🙂 Can't wait to try it. Keep sharing such an amazing recipe.

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        January 30, 2022 at 3:33 pm

        Thanks Camila! These oat rolls are wholesome yet quite delicious. They became a family favorite!

        Reply

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