Honey Sage Flaky Rolls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough
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Warm milk (¾ cup)
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Honey (3 tablespoons)
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Instant yeast (1 packet/2¼ teaspoons)
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Salted butter (6 tablespoons, softened at room temp)
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Salt (1 teaspoon)
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Eggs (3, at room temp)
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All-purpose flour (3¾ cups)
→ Sage Honey Butter
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Salted butter (6 tablespoons, softened at room temp)
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Fresh sage leaves (12)
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Honey (3 tablespoons)
→ Finishing
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Flaky sea salt for topping
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Egg yolk (1, mixed with 1 tablespoon water)
# Instructions:
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In a stand mixer bowl, blend together the flour, salt, and yeast. Stir in the honey, butter, eggs, and warmed milk. Use the dough hook to mix for about 4-5 minutes, adding a bit more flour if it’s sticky. Let it rest for 15-60 minutes.
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Crisp sage leaves in a skillet using 1 tablespoon melted butter. Chop the sage and stir it into softened butter with honey and a pinch of sea salt.
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Roll one-half of the dough into a 12-inch square. Spread with sage butter mixture. Cut into 6 strips and twist each into a coil. Repeat for the other half. Place twists in a 9x9 dish lined with parchment.
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Brush egg wash over the rolls, cover, and let them puff up for about 30 minutes.
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Bake rolls at 350°F for 22-25 minutes until golden brown. When done, spread leftover sage butter over the rolls while warm and sprinkle on flaky sea salt.
# Notes:
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Great choice for holiday tables like Thanksgiving.
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Tastes awesome for breakfast the next morning.
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Let ingredients warm to room temp—it’ll be worth it.
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Use extra sage butter to spread on rolls.