Grammy's Dark Rolls Recipe

Name: Grammy's Dark Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup rolled oats; 1/2 cup whole wheat flour; ⅛ teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup vegetable shortening; 2 tablespoons molasses; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 cup water boiling; 1/2 cup water warm; 1/2 ounce yeast, active dry; 1 teaspoon honey; 1 each eggs; 2 1/2 cups flour, unbleached all-purpose

Servings: persons

1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
⅛ teaspoon salt
1/4 cup vegetable shortening
2 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons honey
1 cup water boiling
1/2 cup water warm
1/2 ounce yeast, active dry
1 teaspoon honey
1 each eggs
2 1/2 cups flour, unbleached all-purpose

1
Combine oatmeal, whole-wheat flour, salt, shortening, molasses and honey.
2
Pour boiling water over all.
3
Mix and let cool.
4
While cooling, dissolve yeast in warm water with the honey.
5
Add egg to cooled batter, then mix in dissolved yeast.
6
Add flour until dough is just soft enough to knead.
7
Knead lightly.
8
Place dough in a greased bowl; cover with a damp cloth.
9
Let rise in warm place until doubled in bulk; about one hour.
10
Punch down dough and cut into 12 equal pieces.
11
Shape each piece into a ball in put into a greased 9-inch pan.
12
Let rise again for 45 minutes.
13
Bake in a preheated oven at 350F (180C) F for 40 minutes.

961

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Fat

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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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup whole wheat flour, ⅛ teaspoon salt, 1/4 cup vegetable shortening, and more.

Yes, Grammy's Dark 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grammy's Dark Rolls

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