Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Better Than Takeout

These Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls are the best homemade breakfast rolls you’ll ever have. After making them dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to the perfect soft interior and crispy exterior. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Breakfast Enchiladas and Irresistibly Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe Tonight.

What You'll Need for Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Better Than Takeout

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 cups warm milk
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 egg
• 1 packet instant yeast
• 3-4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
• Optional: Melted butter
• Optional: Jam or preserves
• Optional: Honey

How to Make Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Better Than Takeout

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine oats and warm milk. Let it sit for 15 minutes to soften the oats.
2. Step 2: Add molasses, melted butter, and egg to the oat mixture. Stir well to combine.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, mix together yeast, salt, and 3 cups of flour. Add this to the oat mixture and stir until a soft dough forms. Add more flour if needed.
4. Step 4: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Step 5: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Punch down the risen dough and shape it into 12 equal balls. Place the balls in the prepared baking dish, leaving some space between them. Cover the dish with a clean towel and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
6. Step 6: Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C). Brush with melted butter and serve warm.

Storing & Reheating Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Better Than Takeout

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the dough through step 4 and refrigerate overnight. The next day, let it rise at room temperature for 1 hour before shaping and baking.

Freezing Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Better Than Takeout

Freeze baked rolls for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, or until warmed through. Be careful not to overheat and make the rolls tough.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter dough, use half all-purpose flour and half whole wheat flour.
• Best substitution: Substitute the molasses with honey or maple syrup for a slightly different flavor.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the dough through step 4 and refrigerate overnight. The next day, let it rise at room temperature for 1 hour before shaping and baking.
• Scaling: This recipe can be doubled to make 24 rolls.
• Troubleshooting: If your rolls are not rising, make sure your yeast is fresh and the milk is not too hot. If the dough is too sticky, add more flour; if it's too dry, add a bit more milk.

Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Better Than Takeout

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

35 mins

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Total

50 mins

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Serves

12 rolls

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 cups warm milk
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 egg
• 1 packet instant yeast
• 3-4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt

Seasonings

• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)

Optional Toppings

• Melted butter
• Jam or preserves
• Honey

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine oats and warm milk. Let it sit for 15 minutes to soften the oats.
2. Step 2: Add molasses, melted butter, and egg to the oat mixture. Stir well to combine.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, mix together yeast, salt, and 3 cups of flour. Add this to the oat mixture and stir until a soft dough forms. Add more flour if needed.
4. Step 4: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Step 5: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Punch down the risen dough and shape it into 12 equal balls. Place the balls in the prepared baking dish, leaving some space between them. Cover the dish with a clean towel and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
6. Step 6: Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C). Brush with melted butter and serve warm.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter dough, use half all-purpose flour and half whole wheat flour.
• Best substitution: Substitute the molasses with honey or maple syrup for a slightly different flavor.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the dough through step 4 and refrigerate overnight. The next day, let it rise at room temperature for 1 hour before shaping and baking.
• Scaling: This recipe can be doubled to make 24 rolls.
• Troubleshooting: If your rolls are not rising, make sure your yeast is fresh and the milk is not too hot. If the dough is too sticky, add more flour; if it's too dry, add a bit more milk.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze baked rolls for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, or until warmed through. Be careful not to overheat and make the rolls tough.
• Make ahead: Prepare the dough through step 4 and refrigerate overnight. The next day, let it rise at room temperature for 1 hour before shaping and baking.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 4g
• Carbs: 35g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 250mg
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sat. Fat: 2g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!