Best Homemade Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Cozy & Irresistible

These Oatmeal Molasses Rolls are the best way to start your day or complement any meal. After making them countless times, I’ve discovered the secret to perfectly soft, golden rolls every time. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken and Rice One-Pan Wonder and Summer Corn and Zucchini Chowder.

What You'll Need for Best Homemade Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Cozy & Irresistible

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• Optional: Melted butter, for brushing
• Optional: Coarse sugar, for sprinkling

How to Make Best Homemade Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Cozy & Irresistible

1. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Add yeast and mix well.
2. Add wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, molasses, melted butter, and egg. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour. If it's too dry, add a teaspoon or two of water.
4. Let it rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Shape the rolls: Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Second rise: Cover the baking dish with a clean kitchen towel and let the rolls rise for another 30-45 minutes, until puffy.
7. Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse sugar, if desired.

Storing & Reheating Best Homemade Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Cozy & Irresistible

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Make-ahead tip: You can make the dough ahead of time and let it rise in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning, shape the rolls and let them rise at room temperature before baking.

Freezing Best Homemade Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Cozy & Irresistible

Freeze shaped, uncooked rolls in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat rolls in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat rolls in the microwave for 15-20 seconds, until warmed through. Be careful not to overheat, as this can make the rolls tough.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a sweeter roll, you can add an extra tablespoon of sugar or substitute the molasses with honey.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the molasses with honey or maple syrup, but the flavor will be slightly different.
• Make-ahead: You can make the dough ahead of time and let it rise in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning, shape the rolls and let them rise at room temperature before baking.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If your rolls are browning too quickly, tent the pan with aluminum foil for the remaining baking time.

Best Homemade Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Cozy & Irresistible

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

25 mins

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Total

1 hr 15 mins

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Serves

12 rolls

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg

Seasonings

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves

Optional Toppings

• Melted butter, for brushing
• Coarse sugar, for sprinkling

Instructions

1. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Add yeast and mix well.
2. Add wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, molasses, melted butter, and egg. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour. If it's too dry, add a teaspoon or two of water.
4. Let it rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Shape the rolls: Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Second rise: Cover the baking dish with a clean kitchen towel and let the rolls rise for another 30-45 minutes, until puffy.
7. Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse sugar, if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a sweeter roll, you can add an extra tablespoon of sugar or substitute the molasses with honey.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the molasses with honey or maple syrup, but the flavor will be slightly different.
• Make-ahead: You can make the dough ahead of time and let it rise in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning, shape the rolls and let them rise at room temperature before baking.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If your rolls are browning too quickly, tent the pan with aluminum foil for the remaining baking time.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
• Freezer: Freeze shaped, uncooked rolls in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking.
• Oven reheat: Reheat rolls in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, until warmed through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat rolls in the microwave for 15-20 seconds, until warmed through. Be careful not to overheat, as this can make the rolls tough.
• Make ahead: You can make the dough ahead of time and let it rise in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning, shape the rolls and let them rise at room temperature before baking.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 4g
• Carbs: 40g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 280mg
• Cholesterol: 25mg
• Sat. Fat: 2g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

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