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crusty walnut rolls placed together with a white cloth underneath
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Crusty Walnut Rolls

Crusty walnut rolls are golden on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with toasted walnut flavor. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or serving alongside soups and salads.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Rest Time2 hours 15 minutes
Total Time3 hours 10 minutes
Course: Bread, Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Fusion (German-Filipino)
Servings: 10 rolls
Calories: 306kcal
Author: Lainey

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups + 1 tablespoon warm water
  • 1 ½ cups walnuts coarsely chopped

Instructions

Make the Dough

  • In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and instant yeast. Stir to evenly distribute.
  • Add warm water and stir until a sticky dough forms.

Knead and Add Walnuts

  • Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface.
  • Knead using a stretch-and-fold method for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Stretch the dough out, sprinkle chopped walnuts over the surface, then fold and knead until evenly distributed.

First Rise

  • Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl or container.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until more than doubled in size, about 1½–2 hours.

Shape the Rolls

  • Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and divide into 10 equal pieces.
  • Tuck the edges into the center to form balls, keeping most walnuts inside.
  • Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet with at least 3 inches space between each roll.
  • Cover and let rise again for 45–60 minutes until doubled.

Prepare for Baking

  • Preheat the oven to 415°F (210°C).
  • Place one rack in the middle and another baking pan or cast-iron pan on the lower rack to heat.
  • Score the tops of each roll with a sharp knife or razor.
  • Prepare a few ice cubes.

Bake with Steam

  • Place the rolls in the oven.
  • Just before closing the oven door, toss the ice cubes into the hot lower pan to create steam.
  • Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and firm.

Cool and Serve

  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before serving.
  • Serve fresh.

Notes

  • Water should not exceed 115°F (46°C) or it may damage the yeast.
  • Water temperature affects rise time: cooler water slows fermentation but improves flavor.
  • Rise time varies based on ambient temperature—warmer environments rise faster.
  • Best enjoyed within 2 days of baking.
*Use plant based milk instead of egg 
Serving: 1gCalories: 306kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 237mgPotassium: 157mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 3mg
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