Description
This Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls recipe guides you to make soft, fluffy, buttery, and slightly sweet dinner rolls with simple plant-based ingredients. Perfect for any meal, these rolls deliver an authentic texture and flavor, suitable for beginners and adaptable with natural plant-based tweaks.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (plus a pinch for yeast activation)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup warm non-dairy milk (plant-based, natural)
- 1/4 cup softened plant-based butter
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: Dissolve active dry yeast and a pinch of sugar in warm water. Let sit for about 5 minutes until bubbly and fragrant.
- Mix Dough Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, natural gelling agent, and warm non-dairy milk with the activated yeast mixture. Add softened plant-based butter, apple cider vinegar, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Stir until a soft dough forms.
- Kneading to Perfection: Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic, with a springy texture.
- First Rise: Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a warm, damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Shape the Rolls: Punch down dough and divide into equal portions. Roll each into a smooth ball and arrange snugly in a greased baking dish.
- Final Rise: Cover again and let rise for 30 to 40 minutes until rolls puff up and nearly touch.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown. Brush with melted plant-based butter immediately after baking.
Notes
- Ensure softened plant-based butter and non-dairy milk are at room temperature for best dough consistency.
- Stir ingredients just until combined before kneading to avoid tough rolls.
- Use a warm environment, like an oven with the light on, to help dough rise effectively.
- Lightly brush rolls with plant-based butter before baking to create a glossy crust.
- Natural gelling agent helps rolls stay moist and maintain soft texture longer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls, plant-based dinner rolls, soft rolls, fluffy rolls, homemade rolls
