How to make Hawaiian Rolls at Home

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor while margarine is often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and water is a budget-friendly option.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is a lower glycemic alternative, while corn syrup is more affordable.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while bread flour can be cheaper and provides structure.

Activate yeast in warm water with sugar until frothy, about 10 minutes.

Transfer the activated yeast mixture into a stand mixer bowl.

Add 3/4 teaspoon of salt and 2 tablespoons of oil to the bowl.

Add 1 cup of flour to the mixture, then gradually add the remaining 2 cups of flour one cup at a time while mixing with the dough hook.

Knead the dough in the stand mixer for about 2 to 3 minutes until smooth and not sticky.

Oil a glass bowl and place the dough inside, covering it with plastic wrap to rise for about 1 hour until doubled in size.

Once risen, divide the dough into 9 equal pieces and shape each into a ball.

Place the dough balls in a greased 8x8 pan and cover loosely with plastic wrap to rise again for 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake the rolls for 15 minutes until golden brown.

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