Homemade Sweet Potato Rolls That Are Deliciously Fluffy
These rolls are the ultimate comfort food, adding a beautiful golden hue and a naturally sweet flavor to any meal.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Dish
- Pot
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mashed Sweet Potatoes Cooked and mashed until smooth.
- 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Measured by spooning into the cup and leveling off.
- 1 packet Active Dry Yeast About 2¼ teaspoons.
- ½ cup Warm Milk Around 110°F for activating yeast.
- ¼ cup Unsalted Butter Melted.
- ¼ cup Granulated Sugar Balances sweetness and helps activate yeast.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and controls fermentation.
- 1 large Egg Adds richness and binds ingredients.
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the sweet potatoes by peeling and cutting them into chunks. Boil in water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth, then set aside to cool.
- 2. In a small bowl, combine warm milk with sugar and sprinkle yeast over the top. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 3. In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter, and salt. Stir until well combined.
- 4. Add the frothy yeast mixture and egg to the sweet potato mixture. Mix until fully incorporated.
- 5. Gradually add all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, stirring until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
- 6. Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 7. Place kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm area until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
- 8. Once risen, punch down the dough and divide into 12-16 equal pieces, shaping each into a ball.
- 9. Arrange rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise again for 30-45 minutes.
- 10. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- 11. Remove from oven and brush tops with melted butter. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days or freeze for longer storage. Reheat in the oven before serving.