🥖 How To Make Yummy Texas Roadhouse Rolls (That Taste Just Like the Real Thing!)
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Imagine biting into a warm, fluffy roll… buttery, golden, melt-in-your-mouth soft… just like the famous Texas Roadhouse rolls 🍯🥰. Now picture making them right at home, without needing a reservation or waiting in line. Yes, it’s possible! And guess what? It’s actually super easy—even if you’re not a pro baker!
Whether you’re planning a family dinner, hosting a get-together, or simply craving that sweet, pillowy bread (because same), this recipe will become your new go-to.
🍞 Why You’ll OBSESS Over These Rolls
These aren’t just any homemade dinner rolls—they’re soft, slightly sweet, and completely irresistible, just like the ones served with that cinnamon honey butter at Texas Roadhouse. Here’s why people LOVE this recipe:
✨ Fluffy & Soft – Just the right amount of chew
🍯 Hint of Sweetness – Just like the restaurant version
🔥 Freezer-Friendly – Make a batch and save for later
💸 Budget Baking – Costs less than £1 per dozen!
🧑🍳 How To Make Texas Roadhouse Rolls (Step-by-Step Recipe)
📝 Ingredients:
For the Rolls:
- 1 packet (2¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (around 110°F / 43°C)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for kneading)
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp salt
For the Glaze:
- 2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
Bonus: Texas Roadhouse Cinnamon Honey Butter 🍯
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar (optional)
👨🍳 Directions:
- Activate the Yeast:
In a bowl, mix the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy. (This is yeast saying “I’m alive!”) - Mix the Dough:
Add the egg, butter, salt, and 2 cups of flour. Stir until combined. Gradually add the remaining flour until a soft dough forms. - Knead It:
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. - Let it Rise:
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour (or until doubled in size). - Shape the Rolls:
Punch down the dough, roll it out to about ½-inch thick, and cut into 2-inch squares or use a round cutter. - Second Rise:
Place the rolls on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes. - Bake It Up:
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes or until golden on top. - Brush & Butter:
Immediately brush with melted butter when they come out of the oven. This is mandatory deliciousness. - Make the Cinnamon Honey Butter:
Mix all the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Slather it on those warm rolls. Trust me.
🔥 Pro Tips For Roll Success
✅ Use fresh yeast. If your yeast doesn’t foam in step 1, it’s probably expired.
✅ Don’t over-flour. Too much flour = tough rolls. You want the dough slightly sticky.
✅ Let them rise properly. Rushing the rise will give you sad, flat rolls.
✅ Double the batch. These rolls disappear fast. Freeze extras before baking for next time!
❓ Common Questions About This Recipe
Q: Can I use instant yeast instead of active dry yeast?
Yes! Just skip the proofing step and mix the yeast directly into the flour. Adjust rise time slightly shorter.
Q: Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Absolutely! After the first rise, refrigerate the dough overnight. Bring to room temperature, shape, rise again, then bake.
Q: What if I don’t have a mixer?
No problem. You can mix and knead entirely by hand. Great arm workout! 💪
Q: Can I freeze the rolls?
Yes. Freeze them after shaping (before second rise) or after baking. If freezing baked rolls, reheat at 300°F for 10 minutes.
Q: Is the cinnamon honey butter optional?
Technically, yes. Emotionally? No. It’s basically the soul of the roll. 🥹
💡 Bonus: Fun Ways to Serve These Rolls
- 🍗 Thanksgiving Dinner – Next to turkey and gravy? YES.
- 🍔 Mini Sandwiches – Slice and stuff with pulled pork or ham.
- 🧀 Cheesy Surprise – Add a cube of cheddar inside before baking.
- 🍓 Breakfast Hack – Toast with jam or more honey butter.
🧡 Why You Need To Try These At Least Once
Here’s why this is the ultimate baking win:
- Saves You Money – Skip the takeout bill.
- Comfort Food Level 1000 – Warm, cozy, nostalgic goodness.
- Impress Your Guests – These look (and taste) like pro-level baking.
- Customizable – Add herbs, cheese, garlic… go wild!
🧺 Final Thoughts
Making your own Texas Roadhouse-style rolls is one of those kitchen wins that feels magical. You’ll bite into that fluffy, buttery, slightly sweet perfection and say, “I MADE THIS???” Yes, yes you did. 🙌
Don’t be surprised if your family starts requesting them weekly. Or daily. No judgment.
💬 Tell Me In The Comments:
👉 Have you ever tried making restaurant copycat recipes at home?
👉 What’s your favorite comfort food roll: dinner, cinnamon, garlic?
👇 Share your roll pics, tips, and tweaks below!👇
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📌 Yummy, fluffy, Texas Roadhouse-style rolls right from your oven.
They’re soft, golden, and everything dreams are made of.