Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
The ultimate comfort food, Hawaiian Sweet Rolls are a delightful treat that combines fluffy texture with a hint of sweetness. These rolls are perfect for any meal, bringing a tropical flair to your table. Easy to make and irresistible, they will quickly become a family favorite. Why not whip up a batch tonight?
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Oven
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- ¼ cup warm milk
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast 1 packet
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup softened unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 egg yolk for egg wash
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, mix together ¼ cup warm milk, 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast, and ½ cup granulated sugar. Allow the yeast mixture to sit for about 5 minutes or until it becomes frothy.
- Once the yeast is ready, add ½ cup pineapple juice, ¼ cup softened unsalted butter, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 large egg, 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, and ½ teaspoon salt. Using the dough hook attachment, mix on low speed to bring the dough together, about 5 minutes. You should have a sticky dough at this point, you may want to add more flour in ¼ cup increments with the mixer on medium-low speed.
- Once all the ingredients have come together and you have the desired dough consistency, increase the mixer speed to a medium-high speed and knead for about 3-4 minutes to develop gluten. The dough will pull away from the sides of the bowl but still be pretty sticky. Continue to mix until the dough is smooth.
- Transfer the dough to an oiled bowl and cover with plastic wrap that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Let the dough rise until doubled, about 2 hours.
- Once the dough has doubled in size punch the dough down in the bowl and then split into 12 equal pieces and form into balls.
- Grease a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan and place the rolls in the pan. Cover with plastic wrap that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Allow the rolls to rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- When the rolls are almost doubled, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Combine 1 egg yolk with 2 tablespoons water and brush the egg wash over the top of the rolls.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, until golden brown. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Storage: Keep leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- Freezing: These rolls can be frozen before or after baking. To freeze, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe bag.
- Variations: Consider adding shredded coconut or macadamia nuts for a tropical twist.
- Serving: They make a great side for grilled meats or can be used for sliders.
- Pairing: Enjoy with tropical fruit salads or as part of a brunch spread.