Sweet Potato Rolls

Soft, fluffy, and subtly sweet, these homemade Sweet Potato Rolls are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any meal. Made with creamy mashed sweet potato, a touch of honey, and a golden milk-brushed crust, these rolls combine a tender texture with a hint of natural sweetness. The dough is easy to work with and yields perfectly pillowy rolls that are ideal for dinner spreads, holiday gatherings, or even next-day sandwiches. With a prep time of just 90 minutes and straightforward ingredients like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and butter, these rolls are a satisfying baking project for all skill levels. Serve them warm from the oven to make your meals extra special with this wholesome twist on classic dinner rolls!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup sweet potato (mashed)
• 0.25 cup warm water (around 110°F)
• 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 egg
• 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons milk (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cube one or two medium-sized sweet potatoes. Boil them in a pot of water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, mash until smooth, and measure out 1 cup. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the warm water and active dry yeast. Stir and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potato, softened butter, honey, and the egg. Mix until smooth.

Step 4

Add the yeast mixture to the mixing bowl and stir to combine.

Step 5

Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the mixture. Start by adding 2 cups of flour, mix with a spoon or stand mixer with a dough hook, then slowly incorporate the remaining flour until a smooth and slightly sticky dough forms.

Step 6

Knead the dough for about 8–10 minutes by hand on a floured surface or 5 minutes in a stand mixer until it is soft and pliable.

Step 7

Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 8

Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and place on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.

Step 9

Cover the rolls loosely and let them rise for another 30 minutes until puffy.

Step 10

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Just before baking, brush the tops of the rolls lightly with milk for a soft and golden crust.

Step 11

Bake the rolls for 18–20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the rolls cool slightly. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(907.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2403.8

Total Fat 58.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 324mg	0%
Sodium 2592.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 408.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 52.7g
Protein 58.4g	0%

Vitamin D 96IU	0%
Calcium 285.6mg	0%
Iron 22.5mg	0%
Potassium 1317.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.1%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 68.2%