Easy Sticky Molasses Rolls
Indulge in the sweet, rich aroma of Easy Sticky Molasses Rolls—your new favorite treat for breakfast or brunch! These fluffy, homemade yeast rolls are swirled with a luscious molasses glaze made from brown sugar, butter, and rich, robust molasses, creating layers of sticky-sweet goodness in every bite. Perfect for beginners, this recipe uses instant yeast for a quick rise and comes together in just under 2 hours. The rolls are baked to golden perfection and generously topped with more molasses glaze for that irresistible, gooey finish. Serve warm and watch them disappear—ideal for holiday gatherings, weekend indulgence, or any time you crave a sweet, comforting bake.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 cups whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cups molasses
- 0.5 cups brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for glaze)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
In a small saucepan, heat milk and 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter until warm (not hot) and butter is melted.
Add the warmed milk mixture to the dry ingredients and stir to form a rough dough.
Add in the eggs and mix thoroughly until the dough becomes sticky and soft.
Gradually add the remaining flour, 0.5 cups at a time, until a smooth and elastic dough is formed. Knead for about 5-7 minutes.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
While the dough rises, prepare the sticky molasses glaze by combining molasses, brown sugar, and 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly. Set aside to cool.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12x12-inch square.
Brush the cooled molasses glaze over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 12 equal pieces.
Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and spoon a small amount of the molasses glaze into the bottom of the pan. Arrange the rolls in the pan, cut side up.
Cover the rolls with a clean towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
Let the rolls cool slightly before serving. Drizzle any remaining molasses glaze over the top for extra stickiness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3809 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 117.6 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.9 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 651 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 2694 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 623.2 g | 227% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 252.6 g | ||
| Protein | 73.4 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.6 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 837 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 32.7 mg | 182% | |
| Potassium | 3554 mg | 76% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
