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Sweet Potato Dinner Rolls

These Sweet Potato Dinner Rolls are soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet, making them a perfect addition to any meal.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1/4 ounce active dry yeast (1 envelope)
  • 4 tablespoons granulated sugar divided
  • 1/2 cup mashed sweet potato (about 1 medium potato)
  • 1/2 cup warm milk (about 105 to 110 degrees F)
  • 3 tablespoons butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour plus 1/2 cup more as needed

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare the Sweet Potato. Start by peeling and dicing the sweet potato. Boil it in a pot of water until fork-tender, which should take about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash it until smooth. Allow it to cool slightly before using in the dough.
  • Step 2: Activate the Yeast. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 ounce of active dry yeast with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar and 1/2 cup of warm milk. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
  • Step 3: Combine the Ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, softened butter, remaining 3 tablespoons of sugar, and salt. Add in the frothy yeast mixture and the two eggs. Whisk everything together until well combined.
  • Step 4: Add the Flour. Gradually add 3 cups of all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon or spatula until it forms a sticky dough. If the dough is too sticky, add the additional 1/2 cup of flour bit by bit until you can work with it.
  • Step 5: Knead the Dough. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  • Step 6: Let the Dough Rise. Form the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours or until it doubles in size.
  • Step 7: Shape the Rolls. After the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spacing them evenly.
  • Step 8: Second Rise. Cover the rolls with a kitchen towel and allow them to rise for another 30-45 minutes until they are puffy and touching each other.
  • Step 9: Bake the Rolls. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Once the rolls have risen, bake them in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown on top.
  • Step 10: Cool and Enjoy! Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 5-10 minutes before serving. You can brush the tops with melted butter for added flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pot
  • Baking Dish
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Kitchen Towel

Notes

Make sure your milk is at the right temperature (105 to 110 degrees F) to properly activate the yeast. You can substitute part of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.