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In a small bowl add warm water.
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Sprinkle in the yeast and 1/4 teaspoon of sugar.
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Stir gently until combined.
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Let mixture rest for 10 minutes until foamy.
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Pour yeast mixture into a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons sugar, warm milk, egg, salt, and butter.
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Mix until well combined.
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Gradually add in flour, mixing well after each addition. (you will need to switch to using a rubber spatula once the mixture becomes a sticky dough)
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Transfer dough to a large, greased bowl.
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Cover bowl with plastic wrap and place in a warm, draft-free area for about 2 hours or until doubled in size.
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Grease knuckles and punch dough down to release the air.
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Transfer dough to a floured surface.
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Add just enough flour to dough and hands to handle dough without it sticking to your hands.
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Divide dough into two equal balls.
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Roll out the balls into 13-inch circles (like a pizza)
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Slice the dough with a pizza cutter into small wedges.
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Brush dough with honey butter.
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Flour your fingertips and roll each wedge up starting at the widest end.
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Place rolls on a greased cookie sheet, pointed tip tucked under.
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Cover with plastic wrap and place in a warm area until rolls are doubled in size, about 1 hour.
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Preheat oven to 375.
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Remove plastic wrap and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden.
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Brush hot rolls with leftover honey butter.
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Serve hot!
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To Make Honey Butter: Combine all honey butter ingredients. Stir until creamy.
