Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 1 cup cooked and mashed butternut squash
- 1/4 cup milk (warm)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3–4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- Prepare the Squash: Cook the butternut squash until tender, then mash and allow it to cool slightly.
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until frothy.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed squash, melted butter, salt, beaten egg, and the yeast mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Add Flour: Gradually add 3 cups of flour to the mixture, stirring until a sticky dough forms. Add more flour as needed until the dough is manageable but still soft.
- Knead the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
Let It Rise
- First 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.
Shape the Rolls
- Punch Down: After the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air.
- Divide the Dough: Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
- Arrange the Rolls: Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spacing them evenly.
Second Rise
- Cover and Rise Again: Cover the rolls with a towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes, until puffy.
Bake the Rolls
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and they sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 rolls
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g