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A single butternut squash roll on a cooling rack

Butternut Squash Rolls

Buttery, sweet, tender, and flaky dinner rolls made with butternut squash.
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Course: Breads
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Butternut Squash Rolls
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
total proof time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 33 minutes
Servings: 16
Calories: 175kcal
Author: Shelby Law Ruttan

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2/3 cup warm milk
  • 1 cup mashed cooked butternut squash
  • 1/3 cup butter melted
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups white whole wheat flour
  • 2 cups bread flour

Instructions

  • [mv_schema_meta name="proof yeast"]In the mixing bowl of a kitchenaid mixer, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water. Allow to stand for 5 minutes. [mv_img id="26745"]
    proofing yeast
  • [mv_schema_meta name="add wet ingredients"]Add the milk, butter, brown sugar, squash, and salt. Stir to combine. [mv_img id="26746"]
  • [mv_schema_meta name="add flour"]Gradually add the white whole wheat flour. Mix the dough on medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in enough bread flour to form a soft dough ball. [mv_img id="26749"]
    dough kneading in kitchen aid
  • [mv_schema_meta name="knead dough"]Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Knead until smooth and elastic. [mv_img id="26751"]
    dough on floured surface
  • [mv_schema_meta name="proof dough"]Place the dough in a bowl coated with olive oil, turning once to coat top. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. [mv_img id="26750"]
  • [mv_schema_meta name="deflate, shape, and rise rolls"]Punch the dough down and turn onto a floured surface. Divide into 16 portions. Place in a 9x13 glass baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. [mv_img id="26748"]
    shaped roll dough
  • [mv_schema_meta name="bake and cool"]Bake at 400 degrees 13 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. [mv_img id="26747"]

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Notes

Tips And Substitutions For A Successful Dinner Roll

  • Purchase butternut squash that has already been cut for quicker prep time.
  • Test the yeast before using it. Allow the yeast to set for 5 minutes in the water and sugar. It should look foamy on top. If it doesn't, the yeast is no good and shouldn't be used.
  • If kneading the dough by hand, be sure to knead for about 10 minutes.
  • Check the temperature of the roll to be sure it is baked through. The internal temperature of the dough should be 185-190 degrees.
  • Don't over knead the dough if using a kitchenaid. Once the dough starts to form a smooth ball that holds it shape, stop using the mixer and proceed with your hands to work the remaining flour in.
  • Substitute any winter squash, such as acorn or pumpkin for the butternut squash.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 170mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g