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Zucchini Dinner Rolls

Irresistibly Soft Zucchini Dinner Rolls to Wow Your Family

Delicious Zucchini Dinner Rolls that are soft, buttery, and infused with garlic and herbs, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Warm Water 110°F/43°C
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Granulated or honey
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 cup Warm Milk Substitute with plant-based milk for dairy-free
  • 3 tablespoons Softened Butter Olive oil can be used for dairy-free
  • 1 Egg Flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor
  • 1-2 cups Shredded Zucchini Well-drained
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated or omit for dairy-free
  • 3-4 cups All-Purpose Flour Adjust for desired dough consistency
Garlic Herb Butter
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced) Fresh is preferable
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs e.g., rosemary or thyme

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • clean kitchen towel
  • Box Grater
  • Floured surface
  • Parchment paper
  • Small Saucepan
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Shred 1-2 medium zucchinis, place on a clean towel, and squeeze out moisture.
  2. Combine 1 cup warm water with 1 tablespoon sugar and 2 teaspoons yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Add 1 cup warm milk, 3 tablespoons butter, 1 beaten egg, 1 teaspoon salt, drained zucchini, and ½ cup Parmesan cheese. Mix and gradually add 3-4 cups flour.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 6-8 minutes until smooth.
  5. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for about 1 to 1.5 hours.
  6. Punch down the dough, divide into 12 pieces, and shape each into a ball.
  7. Let the shaped rolls rise for an additional 30-40 minutes.
  8. Melt 4 tablespoons butter, stir in garlic and herbs, and let cool.
  9. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), brush rolls with garlic butter, and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  10. Brush with remaining garlic butter upon removal from the oven.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Should drain shredded zucchini well to avoid soggy rolls. Use warm environment for rises.

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