There’s nothing quite like the warm, fluffy, and buttery Texas Roadhouse Rolls served with that irresistible cinnamon honey butter. Now, you can recreate this restaurant favorite at home! This copycat recipe delivers soft, golden-brown rolls with just the right hint of sweetness—perfect for dinner, holidays, or even as a snack.
With a few simple tips and tricks, you’ll have rolls so good, your family will think you brought them straight from the restaurant!
The Secret to Soft & Fluffy Rolls
The magic behind these iconic rolls lies in a few key techniques. Follow these tips to achieve that perfect texture:
- Use warm milk: It activates the yeast and adds richness to the dough.
- Butter is key: Melted butter in the dough creates a tender, flavorful roll.
- Let the dough rise properly: This step is crucial for achieving that soft, airy texture.
- Brush with butter: Just like Texas Roadhouse, don’t skip coating the baked rolls with melted butter for that extra indulgence.
With these secrets, you’ll have rolls that are just as good (if not better!) than the original.
FAQs
Can I use instant yeast?
Yes! Replace active dry yeast with 2 teaspoons of instant yeast and skip the proofing step.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Absolutely! Freeze the unbaked rolls after shaping them. When ready to bake, thaw, let them rise, and bake as usual.
Why are my rolls dense instead of fluffy?
This usually happens if the yeast isn’t fresh or the dough hasn’t had enough time to rise. Make sure your yeast is active and give the dough plenty of time to double in size.
Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls
Ingredients
For the Rolls:
- 1 cup warm milk 110°F
- 2 ¼ teaspoons 1 packet active dry yeast
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Cinnamon Honey Butter:
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
How to Make Texas Roadhouse Rolls
- In a bowl, mix warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy. If it doesn’t foam, your yeast is inactive, and you’ll need to start over with fresh yeast.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add the egg, melted butter, and yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth. If using a stand mixer, knead with the dough hook on low speed for 5-6 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and roll it out to ½-inch thickness. Cut into square or rectangle shapes (Texas Roadhouse rolls are not round!).
- Place the rolls on a baking sheet, cover, and let them rise again for 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- As soon as the rolls come out of the oven, brush them with melted butter.
How to Make the Cinnamon Honey Butter
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, honey, powdered sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Serve at room temperature with warm rolls.
Notes
- Warm the milk properly: The milk should be warm (about 110°F/43°C), not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- Use a dough scraper: A dough scraper helps cut the rolls evenly for consistent sizing.
- Let the dough rise in a warm spot: For extra fluffy rolls, let the dough rise in a slightly warm environment. You can do this by placing it in the oven with the light on (the heat from the bulb creates a gentle warmth perfect for rising).
Serve & Enjoy!
These homemade Texas Roadhouse Rolls are the ultimate comfort food—soft, buttery, and perfect for any occasion. Serve them fresh from the oven with a side of cinnamon honey butter, and watch them disappear in no time!
Give this recipe a try, and let me know in the comments how your rolls turned out. Don’t forget to share your photos and tag me—I’d love to see your creations!
