There’s something almost magical about tearing into a warm, honey-kissed Texas Roadhouse roll—the kind that melts in your mouth before you even reach for the cinnamon butter. These rolls strike a balance between soft, cloud-like Japanese milk bread and the golden crustiness of classic Southern dinner rolls.
They’re built on a foundation of simple ingredients, yet the technique behind them is where the magic happens. Serve these warm, slathered with cinnamon honey butter, and watch them disappear faster than you can say, “Pass the rolls!”
In professional kitchens, the secret to an ethereal roll isn’t just the recipe—it’s the method. Kneading develops the gluten for structure, proofing allows the yeast to create air pockets, and a patient rise ensures that signature, pull-apart fluffiness.
Inspired by the Southern tradition of bread-making and the global art of enriched doughs, this recipe simplifies the process without sacrificing the luxurious texture. So, whether you’re recreating a steakhouse experience at home or just want the perfect dinner roll, this is the recipe to master.
Why You’ll Be Hooked?
- Homemade Steakhouse Experience: Nothing beats the satisfaction of recreating restaurant-quality bread at home. These rolls taste just like the ones you’d devour at Texas Roadhouse—soft, buttery, and impossible to resist.
- Perfect for Any Meal: Whether served alongside a hearty chili, a classic Sunday roast, or simply as a vehicle for cinnamon butter, these rolls elevate any meal.
- Easier Than You Think: Bread-making might sound intimidating, but this recipe breaks it down step by step—no fancy tools, just a little patience and a whole lot of flavor.
- Make-Ahead Magic: The dough can be prepared in advance, making these rolls a great option for holiday dinners or meal prep.
- A Taste of Comfort: There’s something deeply comforting about the smell of fresh bread filling the kitchen. It’s a simple pleasure that turns an ordinary meal into something special.
Texas Roadhouse Rolls Recipe
Equipment
- Stand mixer with a dough hook
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Large mixing bowl
- Rolling pin
- Baking sheets
- Pastry brush for butter
Ingredients
Texas Roadhouse Rolls
- ½ cup warm water
- 4 tsp active dry yeast
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tsp sugar
- 7 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp butter
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp salt
Cinnamon Honey Butter
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 stick butter
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Add yeast, warm water, and sugar to the mixing bowl, whisk lightly, and let it sit for 10–15 minutes until foamy.
- Add milk, butter, sugar, eggs, and salt to the bowl and mix for a minute using the dough hook.
- Gradually add flour, 2–3 cups at a time, and mix until a soft dough forms, using 6–8 cups as needed.
- Once the dough pulls cleanly from the bowl’s sides, transfer it to an oiled bowl, cover it with a damp kitchen towel, and let it rise until doubled in size.
- Spray two baking sheets with cooking spray.
- Punch down the dough, turn it onto a floured surface, and divide it into two portions.
- Roll each portion to ½-inch thickness, trim the edges to form a rectangle, and cut into squares or rectangles.
- Arrange the rolls on the prepared baking sheets and let them rise until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 350℉ while the rolls rise.
- Bake the rolls for 15–20 minutes until golden brown, then brush immediately with melted butter.
- While baking, whisk together the ingredients for cinnamon honey butter.
- Serve the warm rolls with cinnamon honey butter.
Notes
- The exact flour amount depends on humidity; add gradually until a soft dough forms.
- Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free area to achieve the best texture.
- Cutting the dough into uniform rectangles ensures even baking.
| Nutrition | Value |
| Calories | 189kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 30g |
| Fibre | 1g |
| Fat | 6g |
| Protein | 4g |
Tips To Ease Your Job!
- Perfect Yeast Activation: Use warm (not hot) water—around 110°F (43°C)—to activate the yeast. Too hot, and it’ll kill the yeast; too cold, and it won’t activate.
- Dough Mixing Made Easy: Add flour gradually—2–3 cups at a time—to avoid overloading your mixer and ensure even mixing.
- The Secret to Fluffy Rolls: Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free spot. The inside of a turned-off oven with the light on works great.
- Baking for the Best Texture: Arrange rolls 1 inch apart on the baking sheet so they have space to rise.
- Overnight method: Prepare the dough, let it rise, shape the rolls, then refrigerate overnight. Bring to room temp before baking.
