Description
These Spiced Potato Bread Rolls are soft, fluffy, and infused with warm spices and mashed potatoes for extra moisture and flavor. Perfect for holiday meals, family dinners, or as a savory snack, these rolls combine the comforting taste of potatoes with aromatic cumin and paprika for a deliciously spiced bread.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed potatoes, cooled
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let this sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active and ready.
- Mix wet ingredients: Add cooled mashed potatoes, softened butter, and the large egg to the yeast mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are combined smoothly.
- Add dry ingredients and form dough: Stir in the all-purpose flour, salt, ground cumin, and paprika gradually until a soft dough forms. The spices add warmth and flavor to the bread rolls.
- Knead the dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for 8 to 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Proper kneading develops gluten for a fluffy texture.
- First rise: Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
- Shape the rolls: After the first rise, punch down the dough to release air. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape each into a round roll.
- Second rise: Arrange the shaped rolls in a greased baking dish. Cover and allow them to rise for another 30 minutes until puffed up again.
- Bake the rolls: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 18 to 22 minutes or until they turn golden brown on top.
- Cool and serve: Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Optionally, brush with melted butter for a softer crust.
Notes
- Brush the rolls with melted butter after baking for a softer and richer crust.
- You can substitute mashed sweet potatoes for regular potatoes to create a sweeter flavor variation.
- Store the rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to keep them fresh.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American