Old Fashioned German Butter Roll

Rediscover the timeless comfort of homemade pastries with this Old Fashioned German Butter Roll recipe, a delightful blend of buttery richness and warm cinnamon sweetness. Perfectly soft and golden, these traditional rolls are made from scratch using a simple yeast dough that's filled with a luscious cinnamon-brown sugar spread. The rolls are rolled, sliced, and baked to perfection, resulting in a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture that pairs wonderfully with your morning coffee or as an irresistible dessert. With minimal prep time and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe captures the essence of classic German baking while bringing homemade warmth right to your table. Don't forget to finish with an optional powdered sugar glaze for an extra indulgent touch! Perfect for holiday gatherings, brunches, or anytime you're craving a nostalgic treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Milk
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (for filling)

Directions

Step 1

Warm the milk in a small saucepan over low heat until it's lukewarm (about 100°F, or warm to the touch but not hot). Remove from heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the lukewarm milk and the packet of active dry yeast. Stir and let it sit for about 5-7 minutes, until the mixture becomes foamy.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix well.

Step 4

Add the yeast mixture, the egg, and melted unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Stir until the dough starts to come together.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 7

In a small bowl, prepare the filling by mixing the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and softened unsalted butter until it forms a spreadable paste.

Step 8

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle about 12x18 inches on a floured surface.

Step 9

Spread the prepared filling evenly over the dough, leaving about 1/2 inch of space along the edges.

Step 10

Starting from the longer side of the rectangle, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seam to seal it.

Step 11

Cut the log into 12 equal slices and arrange them cut-side up in a buttered 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 12

Cover the dish with a clean towel and let the rolls rise again for about 30-40 minutes, until they're puffy.

Step 13

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 14

Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown.

Step 15

Let the rolls cool for about 10 minutes in the pan before serving warm. Optionally, you can drizzle them with a glaze made of powdered sugar and milk for extra sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	934 grams (934.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2943

Total Fat 113.40g	145%
Saturated Fat 64.10g	320%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 495mg	165%
Sodium 1422mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 423.20g	154%
Dietary Fiber 14.20g	51%
Total Sugars 98.20g
Protein 61.80g	124%

Vitamin D 190IU	952%
Calcium 471mg	36%
Iron 21mg	118%
Potassium 1126mg	24%

*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: 34.5%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 57.2%