Texas Roadhouse Rolls with Honey Cinnamon Butter

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Absolutely! Here’s a complete, rich, and flavorful recipe and story all about the famous Texas Roadhouse Rolls with Honey Cinnamon Butter—perfect for lovers of baking, comfort food, and sweet, buttery indulgence. Whether you’re making them for a holiday, a dinner party, or just because you’re craving that irresistible softness, this recipe delivers.

Texas Roadhouse Rolls with Honey Cinnamon Butter

Fluffy, golden, buttery rolls paired with sweet cinnamon-honey butter that melts in your mouth—this recipe is love at first bite.

🥖 A Little History & Love Story Behind the Rolls

Texas Roadhouse, the popular American steakhouse chain, is known not just for their hearty steaks and line dancing servers—but for the legendary rolls that are brought warm to your table the moment you sit down. Served with a decadent honey cinnamon butter, these rolls have become so iconic that people crave them long after leaving the restaurant.

They’re more than a side dish. They’re a memory of family dinners, date nights, birthday celebrations, and road trip pit stops. Soft, sweet, and comforting—these rolls are a love letter to homemade baking.

Now, you can bring that same magic to your own kitchen. Whether you’re making them for someone you love or just treating yourself (which is always valid), this recipe is the one you’ll come back to again and again.

🧈 Ingredients

For the Rolls

  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for kneading)
  • 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F / 43°C)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2¼ tsp)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg

For the Honey Cinnamon Butter

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

👩‍🍳 Instructions & Methods

Step 1: Activate the Yeast

In a small bowl, combine:

  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 1 packet yeast
  • 1 tbsp of the sugar

Let it sit for about 5–10 minutes, until it’s foamy and bubbly. This means your yeast is alive and ready to rise.

Step 2: Make the Dough

In a large mixing bowl (or stand mixer):

  1. Add the yeast mixture, remaining sugar, melted butter, egg, and salt.
  2. Gradually mix in the flour, 1 cup at a time.
  3. Knead the dough (by hand or dough hook) for about 6–8 minutes, until it’s smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky.

Step 3: First Rise

  • Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover it with a damp towel or plastic wrap.
  • Let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 4: Shape the Rolls

  • Punch down the dough to release air.
  • Roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about ½ inch thickness.
  • Cut into 2-inch squares or rectangles.
  • Place them on a greased or parchment-lined baking tray.

Step 5: Second Rise

  • Cover rolls loosely and let them rise again for 30–45 minutes, until puffy.

Step 6: Bake the Rolls

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Bake rolls for 12–15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
  • Brush warm rolls with melted butter right after baking for that irresistible shine.

🍯 Make the Honey Cinnamon Butter

In a small bowl, whip together:

  • ½ cup softened butter
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 tsp cinnamon

Whip until smooth and creamy. You can use a fork, hand mixer, or whisk. Refrigerate or keep at room temperature until ready to serve.

💞 A Dish for Lovers

These rolls are more than just a side—they’re a love language.

  • For the couple cooking together on a cozy evening
  • For the parent surprising their kids with a warm treat
  • For the friends gathering for Sunday brunch
  • For anyone sharing a moment of comfort and joy

Spread that honey cinnamon butter with care. It’s not just food—it’s affection, folded and kneaded into every bite.

🏁 Conclusion & Final Tips

Whether you’re recreating the Texas Roadhouse experience or baking your own signature rolls, this recipe is a keeper. These rolls are:

  • Soft, pillowy, and just the right amount of sweet
  • Easy enough for beginners, satisfying for experienced bakers
  • Perfectly paired with butter, jam, or even used for mini sandwiches

Tips for Success:

  • Use fresh yeast for the best rise.
  • Don’t rush the rising time—let love (and dough) rise.
  • Serve warm. That’s when the magic happens.

If you want a version that’s bigger (e.g. for 20–24 rolls), let me know and I can scale it up for a crowd!

Would you like me to make a printable version or a cute recipe card too?

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