Homemade Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
A tried-and-true recipe for soft, pillowy Hawaiian Sweet Rolls. Made with pineapple juice for the best flavor and texture!
Ingredients
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup pineapple juice canned
- 3 ounces butter unsalted
- 5 ½ - 6 cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup honey or sugar
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon milk
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium low heat combine the ½ cup of milk, pineapple juice and butter. Heat until the butter melts. Remove from the heat and let cool. Do not heat above 110° F.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook add the yeast and honey. Pour over the butter mixture. Stir to combine.
- Begin adding in the flour, starting with 5 ½ cups. Turn the mixer to low and start kneading the dough. Add 2 of the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.
- Turn the mixture to the next speed and knead the dough for 8-10 minutes. Halfway through check the dough to see if it needs more flour. At this point it should no longer be sticky but feel tacky. Add more flour if needed and continue kneading the for the remaining time.
- The dough is fully kneaded when it becomes smooth, elastic and shiny. Lightly coat in oil, cover and let proof until doubled in size. While the dough is proofing, line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper.
- Now portion the dough into 15 equal portions. Using a cupped hand shape the dough into rolls. Place into prepared pan, cover and proof until puffy. This usually takes 45-60 minutes.
- While the dough is proofing preheat an oven to 375° F. To make the egg wash combine the remaining egg and 1 teaspoon of milk in a small bowl.
- When the rolls are puffy and just touching, gently brush them with the egg wash and bake for 20 minutes. Enjoy!
Notes
- The Temperature Rule: Never exceed 110°F when heating your liquids. If it's too hot to touch comfortably, it's too hot for your yeast!
- Honey vs. Sugar: Both work beautifully.
- Shaping Tip: Do not use flour on your surface when rolling the dough balls. The friction of the counter helps create the tension needed for a perfectly round, smooth top.
Nutrition
Calories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 288mgPotassium: 104mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 210IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 2mg
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