Fakeout Kitchen

Texas Roadhouse-Style Honey Butter Rolls

These rolls deliver that iconic buttery texture using grass-fed fats and sprouted grains instead of industrial seed oils and refined sugars.

0 cooked this

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Organic Sprouted Wheat Flour
  • 1 cup Organic Whole Milk (warmed to 105°F)
  • 3 tbsp Organic Raw Honey
  • 1 packet Active Dry Yeast
  • 1/4 cup Grass-fed Butter (melted)
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1 tsp Organic Vanilla Bean Paste
  • Topping: 1/4 cup Grass-fed Butter
  • Topping: 2 tbsp Organic Raw Honey

Clean swaps

How we upgrade the restaurant version with better ingredients.

  • Canola oil or Vegetable oil (typical restaurant) → Grass-fed Butter — Avoids industrial seed oils and provides authentic flavor.
  • Refined white sugar → Organic Raw Honey — Provides nuanced sweetness without blood sugar spikes from refined sources.
  • Conventional bleached wheat flour → Organic Sprouted Wheat Flour — Increases nutrient density and removes pesticide residues.

Instructions

  1. Whisk the warmed milk, 1 tsp of the honey, and vanilla bean paste in a large bowl; sprinkle with yeast and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the sprouted wheat flour, sea salt, and the remaining raw honey.
  3. Create a well in the dry ingredients, pour in the yeast mixture and melted grass-fed butter, and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm spot for 60–90 minutes or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough, divide into 8 equal pieces, roll into balls, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet; let rise again for 20 minutes.
  7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–22 minutes until the rolls are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.
  8. Immediately brush the warm rolls with a mixture of melted butter and honey for that signature glaze.

FAQ

Is this Texas Roadhouse-Style Honey Butter Rolls gluten-free?

No, this version uses sprouted wheat flour. For a gluten-free version, substitute with a high-quality organic almond flour and gluten-free yeast.

Can I use coconut oil instead of butter?

You can, but grass-fed butter is highly recommended to achieve the specific 'Honey Butter' flavor profile typical of the original dish.

How do I keep them soft?

Brush with the honey-butter glaze immediately after removing from the oven and store in an airtight container to trap moisture.

Cooked it?

Mark it made — add a photo if you like.