Old Fashioned Southern Butter Rolls
Indulge in the charm of a bygone era with these Old Fashioned Southern Butter Rolls, a vintage recipe rooted in simplicity and Southern hospitality. Soft, flaky dough is layered with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, rolled into pinwheels, and baked in a rich, velvety sauce made from sweetened condensed milk, vanilla, and a touch of water. The result? A dessert that's part cinnamon roll, part bread pudding, with an irresistibly creamy texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a comforting treat anytime, this time-honored dish comes together with just a handful of pantry staples in under an hour. Serve these cozy butter rolls warm, and let their buttery sweetness transport you straight to grandma’s kitchen. Search no further for the ultimate Southern comfort dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold)
- 0.75 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 can (14 oz) Sweetened condensed milk
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cut the cold unsalted butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the milk while stirring, until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out into a large rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough.
Roll the dough tightly from the widest edge, like a jelly roll, then cut it into 1-inch slices to form pinwheels.
Place the pinwheels flat side down in the greased baking dish, spacing them evenly.
In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, water, and vanilla extract. Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring until smooth and warm (do not let it boil).
Pour the warm milk mixture over the rolls in the baking dish, ensuring it covers the rolls evenly.
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.
Allow the butter rolls to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm and enjoy this comforting Southern classic!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3332 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.8 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.3 g | 431% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 415 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 3125 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 466.6 g | 170% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 276.0 g | ||
| Protein | 63.3 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 1444 mg | 111% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2050 mg | 44% | |
*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.
