Soft Pull-Apart Rolls

Nina Jeanette
May 28, 2020
2 min read

Updated: Jun 3

There is something incredibly comforting about freshly baked bread.

These soft pull-apart rolls are light, fluffy, and perfect for sharing around the table. Whether you serve them alongside soup, enjoy them with your favourite toppings, or simply eat them warm with a little butter, they're one of those recipes that bring a little extra joy to everyday life.

I love making these with sifted ancient grain flour, which gives them a wonderful texture and flavour. They are soft, airy, and beautifully golden when baked.

Healthy eating isn't about avoiding certain foods or following strict rules. It's about enjoying real food, finding balance, and creating meals that nourish both body and soul. And sometimes, that includes a basket of freshly baked rolls straight from the oven.

This recipe makes approximately 20 rolls.

Ingredients

900 g sifted flour, plus approximately 50 g extra for shaping
50 g dried yeast
1½ tsp Himalayan salt
3 dl oat milk
3 dl water
75 g butter
1½ tbsp honey

Method

Melt the butter in a saucepan.
Add the oat milk and water. If needed, warm the water beforehand.
When the mixture reaches body temperature, stir in the yeast until fully dissolved.
Add the honey and salt and stir well.
Pour the liquid mixture into a large mixing bowl.
Using a dough hook, gradually add the flour while mixing.
Continue kneading until the dough becomes smooth and starts pulling away from the sides of the bowl. Depending on the flour used, you may need slightly more or less flour.
If you don't have a mixer, you can knead the dough by hand.
Lightly dust the dough with flour, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and leave to rise for approximately 1 hour.
Once risen, transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface.
Knead briefly and divide into 20 equal pieces.
Shape each piece into a smooth roll.
Place the rolls close together on a lined or lightly greased baking tray.
Cover with a clean kitchen towel and allow to rise for another 30 minutes.

This second rise helps create beautifully soft and airy rolls.

Preheat the oven to 170°C using the fan setting.

If using a conventional oven, bake at 180°C.

Bake in the centre of the oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until golden and baked through.
Allow the rolls to cool slightly before serving.

Nina's Tip

These rolls freeze beautifully, making them perfect to have on hand for busy days. Simply thaw and warm before serving for that freshly baked feeling.

Wonderful with Broccoli Soup.

Why You'll Love These Rolls

Soft and fluffy
Perfect for sharing
Made with simple ingredients
Great for freezing
Delicious with sweet or savoury toppings

Sometimes the simplest recipes become the ones we return to again and again. These soft pull-apart rolls are one of those recipes in my kitchen—easy, comforting, and always appreciated.

I hope they bring a little warmth and joy to your table.