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Easy Homemade Hoagie Rolls Recipe

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These Easy Hoagie Rolls are soft, buttery, and perfect for making delicious sandwiches at home. With a simple dough that incorporates warm water, yeast, honey, and butter, these rolls develop a tender crumb and golden crust through a two-stage rising process and baking. Ideal for hoagies, subs, or any sandwich, this recipe yields fluffy and flavorful rolls with a slightly crispy crust.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 36 minutes
  • Yield: 8 hoagie rolls
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 1 ½ Cups Warm Water
  • 1 Tablespoon Instant Yeast
  • 1 Tablespoon Granulated Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Honey
  • 3 ¾ Cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 Tablespoon Salt
  • 3 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter (cubed, cold)

Finishing Ingredients

  • 1 Egg White
  • 1 Tablespoon Milk

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: In the bowl of a standing mixer, combine warm water, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and honey. Let the mixture foam for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes bubbly and active, indicating the yeast has started to work.
  2. Add Flour and Mix: Add the all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Using a dough hook attachment, mix on low speed for 4 minutes to start forming the dough.
  3. Incorporate Salt: Increase the mixer speed to medium and add the salt. Continue mixing for another 3 minutes to evenly distribute the salt throughout the dough.
  4. Add Butter Gradually: Add the cold cubed unsalted butter one tablespoon at a time. After each addition, mix for 1-2 minutes until the butter is fully incorporated and the dough firms up and becomes silky, despite the initial odd appearance.
  5. First Rise: Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, turning it to coat all sides. Cover the bowl with a towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 2 hours until it has doubled in size.
  6. Shape Rolls: Place a silpat or parchment paper on a baking sheet. Divide the dough into 4 to 8 portions depending on desired hoagie size. Flatten each piece into a rectangle, fold one end toward the center, turn 180 degrees, then fold the other end over, pinching the seams to seal and form the hoagie shape. Place seam side down on the baking sheet.
  7. Second Rise: Cover the shaped rolls lightly with a towel and let them rise for an additional 1 to 2 hours until puffy and nearly doubled again.
  8. Prepare Egg Wash and Score: Whisk together the egg white and milk. Using a razor blade or sharp knife, score a slit down the top of each roll. Brush the tops gently with the egg wash to promote browning and shine.
  9. Bake: Preheat the oven to 375ºF (190ºC). Bake the hoagie rolls for 16 to 22 minutes, until they are lightly golden and have a firm crust when tapped.
  10. Cool and Serve: Remove the rolls from the oven and optionally rub them with a little butter while still warm for extra softness and flavor. Allow to cool before slicing and serving. Note that the crust will be hard initially but will soften quickly as the rolls cool.

Notes

  • Use cold butter to get a tender, flaky texture in the rolls.
  • Be patient with the rising times; proper proofing ensures fluffy and soft rolls.
  • For best results, use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment to thoroughly develop the dough.
  • Scoring the tops allows the rolls to expand evenly in the oven and adds an attractive finish.
  • Butter can be rubbed on right after baking for a softer, richer crust.
  • These hoagie rolls freeze well; after cooling, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw fully before reheating or slicing.

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