High Protein Homemade Dinner Rolls
Elevate your bread-baking game with these irresistibly soft and fluffy High Protein Homemade Dinner Rolls! Designed with nutrition in mind, these rolls feature a clever twist—whey protein powder and vital wheat gluten—to pack in the protein without sacrificing classic dinner roll texture. Sweetened naturally with honey and enriched with olive oil and an egg, this recipe offers a balance of wholesome ingredients and rich flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday feasts, or meal prep, these golden beauties rise to perfection in just 90 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of baking. Serve them warm, brushed lightly with melted butter and milk, for a protein-packed side that complements any dish. Whether you're satisfying carb cravings or fueling your body, these homemade dinner rolls are a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Warm water
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Whey protein powder (unflavored)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Vital wheat gluten
- 0.25 cup Skim milk
- 2 tablespoons Butter (melted)
Instructions
Begin by mixing the warm water, yeast, and honey in a large bowl. Let this mixture sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
Add the olive oil and egg to the yeast mixture and whisk until well combined.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, whey protein powder, salt, and vital wheat gluten. Stir these dry ingredients well to ensure they are mixed uniformly.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes. The dough should become smooth and elastic.
Grease a large bowl with some olive oil, place the kneaded dough in the bowl, and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Allow it to rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until the dough doubles in size.
Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down to release the air. Turn it out onto a lightly floured surface again.
Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a smooth ball.
Arrange the dough balls in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover them with the kitchen towel and let them rise for another 20 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) during the second rise.
In a small saucepan, warm the skim milk and melted butter together until combined.
Before baking, brush the tops of the rolls with the melted butter and milk mixture.
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.
Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your high protein homemade dinner rolls!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.8 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.4 g | 147% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 2911 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.8 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.1 g | ||
| Protein | 239.2 g | 478% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1369 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1895 mg | 40% | |
*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.
