German Brotchen Buttermilk Rye Rolls

rye flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content while all-purpose flour is more accessible.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Maple syrup offers a unique flavor while sugar is a cost-effective sweetener.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and similar health benefits.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories while water can be used for a lighter roll.

Heat the buttermilk to medium warm, don´t boil it.

Add flour, yeast, sugar and salt to a mixing bowl and blend briefly.

Add buttermilk to the bowl while mixing.

Knead for about 10 min. and allow to rise for 30 min. in a warm place.

Knead dough briefly and shape to a rectangle.

Cut into 8 pieces and set on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Slash with a sharp knife and sprinkle lightly with flour.

Allow to raise for another 20 to 30 min.

In the meantime, preheat the oven to 400 F and place a large heatproof bowl or pan with about 1-2 cups of water in the oven.

Bake the rolls for 20 - 25 min.

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