Geneva Rolls Recipe

Name: Geneva Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp. saffron strands; 4 tbsp. hand-hot water; 8 cups all-purpose flour; 6 tbsp. butter, diced; 1 dash salt; 1-1/3 tbsp. easy-blend dried yeast; 2-1/2 cup milk, warmed; 2 eggs, at room temperature, beaten; 1 egg yolk, beaten,; milk, to glaze

Servings: persons

1/2 tsp. saffron strands
4 tbsp. hand-hot water
8 cups all-purpose flour
6 tbsp. butter, diced
1 dash salt
1-1/3 tbsp. easy-blend dried yeast
2-1/2 cup milk, warmed
2 eggs, at room temperature, beaten
1 egg yolk, beaten,
milk, to glaze

1
Dissolve the saffron in the water and allow it to stand until the water takes on the strong color.
2
In a large warm bowl mix together the flour, butter, salt, and yeast.
3
Gradually add the saffron water and approximately three-quarters of the warmed milk and knead either by hand or machine until the dough is smooth and elastic.
4
Cover the bowl with a cloth and leave in a warm place to rise for approximately 1 hour or until the dough has risen appreciably.
5
Reheat the remaining milk and stir half of it into the eggs.
6
Add the mixture to the dough and knead again briefly.
7
(If the dough seems dryish at this point, the remaining milk may be added; otherwise, it may be retained to glaze the rolls.)
8
Leave in a warm place another 45 minutes.
9
Preheat the oven to 450F.
10
Grease a baking sheet and divide the dough into 16 to 18 small rolls; glaze and bake the rolls for 15 minutes.
11
Reduce the heat to 425F and bake for 5 minutes longer or until the rolls are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the base.

1162

kcal

Calories

Fat

186

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1/2 tsp. saffron strands, 4 tbsp. hand-hot water, 8 cups all-purpose flour, 6 tbsp. butter, diced, and more.

Yes, Geneva Rolls falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Geneva Rolls

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