Best Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Cozy & Irresistible

Oatmeal Molasses Rolls are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly fall and winter nights. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to soft, tender rolls every time. The warm, golden crust and soft, chewy interior will make your kitchen smell like a cozy bakery. Serve them with my Crispy Smothered Chicken or Mafaldine Pasta Limone with Broccoli for a complete meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Dinner Ideas and Smothered Chicken.

What You'll Need for Best Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Cozy & Irresistible

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 cups warm milk
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 packages active dry yeast
• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 6-7 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• Optional: Melted butter, for brushing
• Optional: Coarse salt, for sprinkling

How to Make Best Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Cozy & Irresistible

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine warm milk, melted butter, molasses, sugar, salt, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the yeast is frothy.
2. Step 2: Add oats and 3 cups of flour to the bowl. Mix until a soft dough forms. Gradually add more flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until the dough is no longer sticky.
3. Step 3: Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes. If the dough is too sticky, add more flour. If it's too dry, add a little water.
4. Step 4: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Step 5: Punch down the dough and divide it into 24 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
6. Step 6: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt.

Storing & Reheating Best Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Cozy & Irresistible

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the rolls the night before, let them rise in the fridge overnight, and bake in the morning.

Freezing Best Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Cozy & Irresistible

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

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. This can make the rolls tough, so it's best to use the oven.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a shiny crust, brush the rolls with an egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water) before baking.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the molasses with honey or maple syrup, but the flavor will be slightly different.
• Make-ahead: See the 'makeAhead' section in the storage details.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If your rolls are not rising, check that your yeast is not expired and that the milk is not too hot. If the dough is too sticky, add more flour.

Best Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Cozy & Irresistible

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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

24 rolls

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 cups warm milk
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 packages active dry yeast
• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 6-7 cups all-purpose flour

Seasonings

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Optional Toppings

• Melted butter, for brushing
• Coarse salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine warm milk, melted butter, molasses, sugar, salt, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the yeast is frothy.
2. Step 2: Add oats and 3 cups of flour to the bowl. Mix until a soft dough forms. Gradually add more flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until the dough is no longer sticky.
3. Step 3: Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes. If the dough is too sticky, add more flour. If it's too dry, add a little water.
4. Step 4: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Step 5: Punch down the dough and divide it into 24 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
6. Step 6: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a shiny crust, brush the rolls with an egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water) before baking.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the molasses with honey or maple syrup, but the flavor will be slightly different.
• Make-ahead: See the 'makeAhead' section in the storage details.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If your rolls are not rising, check that your yeast is not expired and that the milk is not too hot. If the dough is too sticky, add more flour.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze baked rolls for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. This can make the rolls tough, so it's best to use the oven.
• Make ahead: Prepare the rolls the night before, let them rise in the fridge overnight, and bake in the morning.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 160
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 3g
• Carbs: 29g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 280mg
• Cholesterol: 10mg
• Sat. Fat: 1.5g

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 Best Oatmeal Molasses Rolls – Cozy & Irresistible 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!