Imagine serving a basket of stunning, golden-brown dinner rolls that look like delicate roses blooming right on your dinner table. These Rhodes Roll Rose-Shaped Dinner Rolls are not just a side dish; they're an edible work of art that will transform your ordinary meal into an extraordinary dining experience. With a perfect blend of buttery softness, sweet cinnamon flavor, and an Instagram-worthy presentation, these rolls are guaranteed to become the star of your next gathering.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 rolls
Ingredients
- 1 package Rhodes frozen dinner rolls
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Flour (for dusting)
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 package of Rhodes frozen dinner rolls, 1/4 cup of melted butter, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, 1 tsp of cinnamon, and some flour for dusting.
- Take the package of Rhodes frozen dinner rolls out of the freezer and allow them to thaw. This typically takes about 2-3 hours at room temperature. For quicker results, you can place them in a warm area for about 1 hour.
- Once the rolls are thawed, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking.
- While the oven is preheating, prepare your work surface by dusting it lightly with flour to prevent sticking.
- Take each thawed roll and flatten it gently with your hands or a rolling pin to form a small circle, about 1/4 inch thick.
- In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon. This will be used to add flavor to the rolls.
- Brush each flattened roll with a little of the melted butter, then sprinkle a generous amount of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
- Next, take the flattened roll and fold it in half, then in half again, creating a quarter-circle shape. Roll this quarter-circle tightly from the curved edge to the point, forming a rose shape. Pinch the end to seal it.
- Repeat the process with the remaining rolls, placing each rose-shaped roll into a greased baking dish or on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving some space between each roll for them to rise.
- Once all the rolls are shaped and placed in the baking dish, cover them with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until they have doubled in size.
- After the rolls have risen, brush the tops with any remaining melted butter for a golden finish.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Once baked, remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Optionally, you can brush them with a little more melted butter and sprinkle with additional cinnamon-sugar for added flavor.
- Serve warm and enjoy your beautiful rose-shaped dinner rolls!
Tips
- Thawing is Key: Allow your Rhodes rolls to thaw properly for the best texture. Room temperature works best, but a warm area can speed up the process.
- Flour Power: Always dust your work surface lightly with flour to prevent sticking and make shaping easier.
- Gentle Touch: When flattening and shaping the rolls, use a light hand to maintain their delicate structure.
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your oven is fully preheated to 350°F for even baking.
- Rising Time: Let the shaped rolls rise in a warm, draft-free area to help them achieve maximum volume.
- Golden Finish: Brush with extra melted butter before and after baking for a beautiful, glossy appearance.
- Serving Suggestion: These rolls are best served warm, so time your baking to coincide with your meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 290kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 25mg
