Honey Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm whole milk (105-110 degrees F)
• 1 1/4-ounce packet active dry yeast
• 4 tablespoons honey (divided)
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
• 1 large egg (at room temperature)
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)

Steps

1. 1

   Combine milk, yeast and 1 tablespoon honey in a small bowl; let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with paddle attachment, beat butter and remaining 3 tablespoons honey on medium speed until well combined, about 1-2 minutes. Beat in egg until well combined. Beat in yeast mixture, all-purpose flour and salt until a smooth batter forms.

3. 3

   Using the dough hook, gradually add whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft, smooth ball of dough is formed. The dough should feel elastic and slightly tacky to the touch. Increase speed to medium-high and beat for 3 minutes.

4. 4

   Lightly oil a large bowl or coat with nonstick spray; place dough in bowl, turning to coat. Cover with a clean dishtowel and let stand in a warm spot until dough has doubled in size, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.

5. 5

   Gently deflate dough by punching down. Roll into a 15-inch rope; cut into 15 1-inch pieces, pressing each piece into a disk, then shaping into a ball.

6. 6

   Lightly oil a 9×13 baking dish or coat with nonstick spray. Place dough balls into the prepared baking dish; brush tops with butter. Cover with a clean dishtowel and let stand in a warm spot until dough has doubled in size, about 30-45 minutes.

7. 7

   Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place into oven and bake until golden brown, about 18-22 minutes.

8. 8

   Serve warm.