MAPLE-OAT DINNER ROLLS

Maple-Oat Dinner Rolls image

Even though I'm in my 80s, I still love to bake for our children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. These hearty rolls are one of our favorites.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°), divided
1/2 cup warm strong brewed coffee (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 egg
3 tablespoons shortening
1 teaspoon salt
3 to 3-1/2 cups bread flour
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup warm water. Add the coffee, oats, sugar, syrup, egg, shortening, salt, remaining water and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch down dough. Turn onto a floured surface; divide into four portions. Divide each portion into six pieces; shape each into a ball. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Brush rolls with butter. Remove from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 106mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.