Butter Fan Rolls With Flavored Butter Trio

These fan rolls with three flavored butters are a visually stunning and deliciously soft breakfast or brunch treat. Each batch of buttery, layered rolls is infused with one of three flavor profiles: spicy harissa honey, fragrant cardamom orange, or savory garlic herb. Light, fluffy, and golden-baked, they’re perfect for serving warm, either straight from the oven or alongside coffee or tea. This show-stopping, flavorful twist on classic rolls is as fun to make as it is to eat.

Quick Info

⏱️ 265 min • 🍽️ 12 servings • ⭐ 86%

Nutrition

178 cal • 5g protein • 31g carbs • 3g fat

Ingredients

1 large egg plus 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
¾ cup whole milk, warmed to 110°F
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon instant yeast
3½ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface
2 teaspoons kosher salt
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces and softened, plus more for greasing
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1½ teaspoons harissa paste
1 teaspoon honey
Pinch of ground cumin
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon orange zest
½ teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon ground cardamom
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or thyme)
2 garlic cloves, minced
Pinch of kosher salt
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
Flaky sea salt (optional)