Buttermilk-Sage Dinner Rolls Recipe

Name: Buttermilk-Sage Dinner Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into cubes; 10 fresh sage leaves, chopped; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1 1/2 cups well-shaken buttermilk; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon active dry yeast (from two 1/4-ounce envelopes); 1/2 cup warm water (105F to 115F); 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Servings: persons

1
Lightly grease 2 muffin tins and set aside.
2
Place the butter, sage, and 2 tablespoons of the sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring regularly, just until the butter melts.
3
Stir in the buttermilk and heat just until warmed; do not let it come to a boil.
4
Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature.
5
Combine the yeast and remaining 1 tablespoon sugar in a bowl.
6
Stir in the warm water and set aside in a warm place for about 5 minutes, until the yeast froths and doubles in size.
7
Add the yeast mixture to the buttermilk mixture and stir to combine.
8
In a separate large bowl, stir together the flour, salt, and baking soda.
9
Add the buttermilk-yeast mixture and stir to combine and form a sticky dough.
10
Cover the bowl loosely with a clean cloth and let sit in a warm place for about 30 minutes, until the dough has risen slightly.
11
(At this point, the dough can be refrigerated in an airtight container if you want to make it up to 1 day ahead; remove from the refrigerator and let rest for 15 to 20 minutes before proceeding with the recipe.)
12
Preheat the oven to 375F.
13
Turn the mixture onto a lightly floured surface and knead several times, until the dough is easy to work with.
14
Pinch off pieces of dough and form balls about 1/2 inch in diameter.
15
Shape the rolls into clover leaves by nestling 3 small balls in each muffin tin.
16
Cover loosely with a clean cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, 30 to 45 minutes.
17
Uncover the rolls, brush lightly with the melted butter, and bake for about 15 minutes, until golden brown.
18
Remove from the oven and serve warm.

1396

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into cubes, 10 fresh sage leaves, chopped, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1 1/2 cups well-shaken buttermilk, and more.

Yes, Buttermilk-Sage Dinner Rolls falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Buttermilk-Sage Dinner Rolls

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Variations & substitutions

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