Name: Sweet Hawaiian Bread Rolls
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h 55 min
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting); 3 teaspoons instant yeast; ¾ cup granulated sugar; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened); 2 whole eggs (room temperature); ½ cup pineapple juice; ½ cup whole milk (lukewarm); ¾ teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (melted); 1 whole egg (for egg wash); 2 teaspoons milk (for egg wash); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted for brushing)

Description

Deliciously sweet and soft Hawaiian bread rolls that evoke nostalgia and warmth, perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
3 teaspoons instant yeast
¾ cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
2 whole eggs (room temperature)
½ cup pineapple juice
½ cup whole milk (lukewarm)
¾ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (melted)
1 whole egg (for egg wash)
2 teaspoons milk (for egg wash)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted for brushing)

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Instructions

In your stand mixer, combine the 4 cups of flour, ¾ cup of sugar, 3 teaspoons of instant yeast, and ¾ teaspoon of salt. Whisk it until just combined.
Create a well in the center of your dry ingredients and add the 2 whole eggs, ½ cup of pineapple juice, ½ cup of lukewarm milk, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
Using the hook attachment, knead these ingredients on low speed for about 5 minutes. Gradually add in the 6 tablespoons of softened butter while mixing. Mix for an additional 2 minutes until the dough comes together.
Transfer the dough into a greased bowl. Cover it with cling wrap and allow it to proof for 1½ to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a dusted surface. Divide it into 15 equal-sized balls. Line these balls into a greased 9 x 13 non-stick baking dish, arranged in 5 rows of 3.
Cover the rolls and let them rest for at least another hour until they double in size.
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare the egg wash by whisking together 1 whole egg with 2 teaspoons of milk. Brush the dough balls with this egg wash.
Place the baking tray on the middle rack of the oven, baking for 22-25 minutes or until the tops turn a beautiful golden brown.
Once out of the oven, brush the rolls with the melted butter. Allow them to cool for 5-7 minutes before serving.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better blending. Experiment with flavors by adding shredded coconut or cinnamon.