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three wheat rolls clustered together.
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Bread Machine Wheat Rolls

Perfect for a fall dinner or for freezing as sandwich rolls. Add optional vital wheat gluten to ensure they stay extra soft and fluffy. Makes 12 rolls.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time18 minutes
Rise Time1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 58 minutes
Course: Bread
Keyword: bread machine wheat rolls
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: 145kcal
Author: Katie

Equipment

  • Bread machine

Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm water about 110°F
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons softened butter
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 3 cups whole wheat flour
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
  • 3 tablespoons vital wheat gluten Optional: for softer rolls

Instructions

  • Load Ingredients. Add the ingredients to the bread machine pan according to the manufacturer’s recommended order: (usually liquids first) warm water, honey, softened butter, salt, whole wheat flour, and instant yeast. If you’re using vital wheat gluten, add it on top of the flour.
    bag of vital wheat gluten and all ingredients in bread machine.
  • Select Dough Cycle. Set the bread machine to the Dough Cycle and start. After a few minutes, check the dough. It should form a soft, smooth ball. If the dough looks too dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time. If it’s too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour.
  • First Rise. Let the bread machine complete the dough cycle. The dough should rise until doubled in size.
    dough doubled in size.
  • Shape. Turn the dough onto a clean surface. Divide into 12 equal pieces using a sharp knife. Gently shape each piece into a round roll by tucking the edges underneath and pinching to seal the bottom.
  • Second Rise. Place the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with greased plastic wrap and let them rise in a warm place for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
    dough balls doubled in size on parchment lined baking sheet.
  • Bake. Preheat the oven to 350°F during the last 10 minutes of rising. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  • Cool. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Why Add Vital Wheat Gluten?
Vital wheat gluten helps whole wheat dough rise better and stay softer.
Add 3 tablespoons per 3 cups of flour if you want extra fluffy rolls, but the recipe works well without it, too!

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 316mg | Potassium: 135mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 86IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg