Dinner

Homemade Texas Roadhouse Rolls with Cinnamon Honey Butter Recipe

ByElla Hart December 5, 2025December 5, 2025

Introduction

These Homemade Texas Roadhouse Rolls are soft, fluffy, and irresistibly buttery—perfect to serve alongside any meal. With a slightly sweet cinnamon honey butter, they bring a touch of warm comfort to your table.

A white rectangular baking dish holds twelve soft bread rolls arranged in a 3 by 4 grid, each roll with a shiny golden brown top and a light yellow base. The rolls are touching each other, showing slightly rounded tops with a smooth texture and a glossy finish. The dish is placed on a wooden board, which sits on a white cloth over a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup warm milk (about 105°F / 40°C)
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
¼ cup sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (plus more for kneading)
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)

Cinnamon honey butter:

½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Stir lightly and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy and bubbly.
Step 2: In a large bowl, mix the yeast mixture, melted butter, egg, and salt. Whisk lightly, then add 3 cups of flour one cup at a time. Stir with a wooden spoon or dough hook until the dough begins to come together.
Step 3: Gradually add the remaining ½ cup flour as needed. The dough should be soft, slightly sticky, and elastic — not dry or stiff.
Step 4: Knead the dough. If using a stand mixer, knead with the dough hook on medium speed for 5–6 minutes. If kneading by hand, transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and stretchy.
Step 5: Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough inside, and cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel. Let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for 1 to 1½ hours, or until doubled in size.
Step 6: Punch down the risen dough gently to release air. Turn it onto a floured surface and roll out into a large rectangle about ½ inch thick.
Step 7: Cut the dough into even 2×2 inch squares or rectangles using a knife or dough cutter.
Step 8: Arrange the rolls on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart. Cover with a clean towel and let rise again for 35–40 minutes until puffy and nearly doubled.
Step 9: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden on top.
Step 10: Remove rolls from oven and brush generously with melted butter.
Step 11: To make cinnamon honey butter, combine softened butter, honey, powdered sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and fluffy. Serve alongside warm rolls.

Tips & Variations

Use whole milk for added richness and a soft texture.
Measure flour by spooning it into your measuring cup and leveling it off to avoid dense rolls.
Allow the dough to fully rise; rushing this step can result in less fluffy rolls.
Brush rolls with butter twice—once immediately after baking and again before serving for extra flavor and shine.
Enjoy rolls fresh and warm for the best taste and texture.

Storage

Store cooled rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze them wrapped tightly in foil or plastic wrap for up to 1 month. Reheat by warming in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10 minutes or until heated through. Brush with extra melted butter after reheating for a fresh-baked taste.

How to Serve

A white rectangular baking dish holds twelve golden brown dinner rolls, arranged in four rows of three. The rolls have a shiny, slightly glossy top crust with a soft, light yellow inside visible between the edges where they touch. The dish is placed on a white cloth on top of a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use instant yeast instead of active dry yeast?

Yes, you can use instant yeast. Simply mix it directly with the flour, and you may reduce the initial milk temperature slightly since instant yeast activates faster.

What if my dough is too sticky to handle?

If the dough is overly sticky, lightly dust your hands and work surface with flour as you knead, but avoid adding too much flour to keep the rolls soft and tender.