Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Better Than Takeout

These Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls are soft, warm, and have a golden crust. After making them many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfect rolls every time. The warm, comforting aroma will fill your home and make your family beg for more. Try them with my Berry Cream Cheese Muffins for a perfect brunch. Jump to Recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Berry Cream Cheese Muffins and Easy Strawberry Shortcake Muffins Recipe.

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.

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• Optional: Melted butter for brushing
• Optional: Coarse sugar for sprinkling

How to Make Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Better Than Takeout

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, sugar, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
2. Step 2: Add butter and mix until crumbly. Then, add molasses and mix again.
3. Step 3: Add water and yeast, then mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Step 5: Punch down the dough and shape into 12 rolls. Place on a greased baking sheet.
6. Step 6: Let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. Step 7: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse sugar.

Storing & Reheating Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Better Than Takeout

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make the dough ahead of time and let it rise in the fridge overnight. Then, shape and bake as usual.

Freezing Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Better Than Takeout

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

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. Be careful, as they can become tough.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a healthier option, use whole wheat flour and reduce the amount of butter.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the molasses with honey or maple syrup, but the flavor will be slightly different.
• Make-ahead: You can shape the rolls and refrigerate them overnight. Let them rise at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
• Troubleshooting: If your rolls are tough, you may have over-kneaded the dough or baked them too long.

Cozy Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Better Than Takeout

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

25 mins

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Total

1 hr 40 mins

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Serves

12 rolls

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp instant yeast

Seasonings

• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

Optional Toppings

• Melted butter for brushing
• Coarse sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, sugar, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
2. Step 2: Add butter and mix until crumbly. Then, add molasses and mix again.
3. Step 3: Add water and yeast, then mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Step 5: Punch down the dough and shape into 12 rolls. Place on a greased baking sheet.
6. Step 6: Let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. Step 7: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse sugar.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a healthier option, use whole wheat flour and reduce the amount of butter.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the molasses with honey or maple syrup, but the flavor will be slightly different.
• Make-ahead: You can shape the rolls and refrigerate them overnight. Let them rise at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
• Troubleshooting: If your rolls are tough, you may have over-kneaded the dough or baked them too long.

Storage

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. Be careful, as they can become tough.
• Make ahead: You can make the dough ahead of time and let it rise in the fridge overnight. Then, shape and bake as usual.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 5g
• Carbs: 38g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 280mg
• Cholesterol: 15mg
• Sat. Fat: 3g

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!