Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Rosemary Pumpkin Dinner Rolls
- Start by placing unsalted butter in a light-colored pan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the butter melts and turns a golden brown color with a nutty aroma, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool while preparing the rest of your ingredients for the Rosemary Pumpkin Dinner Rolls.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let this mixture sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy, which indicates that the yeast is active and ready to help your dough rise.
- Once the yeast is activated, add the cooled brown butter, flour, egg, pumpkin puree, salt, dried rosemary, and ground cardamom to the mixer bowl. Using a dough hook, mix on medium-low speed for about 20-25 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Set it aside in a warm area to rise until doubled in size, approximately 45-60 minutes.
- After the dough has risen, lightly flour your work surface and turn out the dough. Divide it into eight equal pieces and shape each piece into a smooth ball. Place the shaped rolls into a greased baking tin, making sure they have enough space to expand.
- As your rolls near the end of their second rise, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, beat together the remaining egg and milk to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over each roll to give them a shiny, golden finish when baked.
- Carefully place the baking tin in the preheated oven and bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on top and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Allow the rolls to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve these warm, buttery Rosemary Pumpkin Dinner Rolls slathered in butter or alongside your favorite soups or sauces.
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Notes
Check yeast freshness, use the windowpane test for dough, pay attention to browning butter, adjust flour as needed, and don't rush the second rise.