Best 4 Broetchen German Bread Rolls Recipes

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Are you craving soft and fluffy German bread rolls that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than Broetchen, the quintessential German bread rolls that have captured the hearts and palates of bread enthusiasts worldwide. With their golden-brown crust, light and airy texture, and a flavor profile that is both simple yet addictive, Broetchen is the perfect accompaniment to any meal or snack. Whether you're enjoying them fresh out of the oven, slathered with butter and jam, or using them to make sandwiches, these bread rolls are sure to become a staple in your kitchen. So, let's embark on a culinary journey and explore the secrets behind creating the perfect Broetchen German bread rolls.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GERMAN BROTCHEN ROLLS



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These rolls are nice and chewy with a very firm crumb. Most enjoyable.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     Rolls and Buns

Time 3h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons active dry yeast
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 ½ cups warm water (110 degrees F)
2 tablespoons shortening
2 teaspoons salt
7 cups all-purpose flour
3 egg whites, stiffly beaten
1 egg white (for egg wash)
2 tablespoons cold milk

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit until creamy; about 10 minutes.
  • Mix in shortening, salt and 3 cups of the flour. Beat with dough whisk or heavy spoon for 2 minutes. Fold in egg whites. Gradually add flour 1/4 cup at a time, until dough forms a mass and begins to pull away from bowl. Turn onto a floured surface. Knead, adding more flour as necessary, for 8 to 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic with bubbles.
  • Lightly oil a large mixing bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour. Deflate the dough, form into a round and let rise again until doubled, about 45 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Deflate the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into 24 equal pieces and form into oval rolls about 3 1/2 inches long. Place on lightly greased baking sheets, cover and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes.
  • Place an empty baking sheet on the bottom rack of the oven. In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg white with the 2 tablespoons of milk to make the egg wash. Lightly brush the risen rolls with the egg wash. Place 1 cup of ice cubes on the hot baking sheet in the oven and immediately place the rolls in the oven.
  • Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for about 20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown. Remove to a wire rack and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.8 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 205.5 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

BROTCHEN (GERMAN ROLLS)



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If you like rolls with a tough crust, this is your roll. These are exactly like the rolls I ate when I lived in Germany. My brother found this recipe and had me test it out. Turns out really yummy.

Provided by L. Duch

Categories     Breads

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 rolls, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2-3 cups flour
2 1/2 teaspoons dry active yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon oil
1 cup warm water
1 egg white

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Pour 2 1/2 cups flour into a large bowl and form a well in the center.
  • In a separate container, mix yeast, sugar, and two tablespoons water (water comes from the 1 cup above).
  • Pour yeast mixture into the well but do not mix with the flour at this time.
  • Cover bowl with a cloth and set it in a warm place for 15 minutes to rise.
  • Add remaining water and oil and beat until mixed. Add SALT.
  • Turn dough out onto counter and knead until smooth. Adding remaining 1/2 cup flour as needed.
  • Put dough in bowl, cover and let rise until double in size. (about 30-40 minutes).
  • Punch down and divide dough into 12 parts.
  • Shape into oval rolls and place 3" apart on greased and floured cookie sheet.
  • Cover and let rise until double in size.
  • Beat egg white and 1 tsp water with a fork until frothy and brush onto rolls.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  • The time is an estimate, depending on how fast your dough rises.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.6, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 199.9, Carbohydrate 20.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.4, Protein 3.3

BROTCHEN -TRADITIONAL GERMAN BREAD ROLLS



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When I was living & working in Germany, I would go out every morning for breakfast, & every morning I would eat these little babies! This is a traditional recipe for Brotchen. If you like light, fluffy bread rolls DON'T try these! Brotchen are crusty on the outside but are chewy & quite dense on the inside.........

Provided by Um Safia

Categories     Breads

Time 3h20m

Yield 24 rolls

Number Of Ingredients 9

25 g active dry yeast
10 g white sugar
590 ml warm water (110 degrees F)
25 g shortening
10 g salt
875 g all-purpose flour
3 egg whites, stiffly beaten
1 egg white (for egg wash)
30 ml cold milk

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit until creamy; about 10 minutes.
  • Mix in shortening, salt and 3 cups of the flour. Beat with dough whisk or heavy spoon for 2 minutes. Fold in egg whites. Gradually add flour 1/4 cup at a time, until dough forms a mass and begins to pull away from bowl.
  • Turn onto a floured surface. Knead, adding more flour as necessary, for 8 to 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic with bubbles.
  • Lightly oil a large mixing bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour. Deflate the dough, form into a round and let rise again until doubled, about 45 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Deflate the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into 24 equal pieces and form into oval rolls about 3 1/2 inches long. Place on lightly greased baking sheets, cover and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes.
  • Place an empty baking sheet on the bottom rack of the oven. In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg white with the 2 tablespoons of milk to make the egg wash. Lightly brush the risen rolls with the egg wash. Place 1 cup of ice cubes on the hot baking sheet in the oven and immediately place the rolls in the oven.
  • Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for about 20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown. Remove to a wire rack and cool.

BROETCHEN (GERMAN BREAD ROLLS)



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Tasty little German bread rolls. Top with sesame seeds, poppy seeds, sea salt, pepper, herbs...anything that would taste good on bread. Keep in mind how you'll eat them: as breakfast items, as sandwich breads, as rolls with soup, etc.

Provided by lauragrace

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     Rolls and Buns

Time 3h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ¼ cups whole wheat flour, or more as needed, divided
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 cup warm water, divided
1 teaspoon honey
1 (.25 ounce) package quick-rise active dry yeast
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 egg white, beaten

Steps:

  • Mix flour, salt, and sage together in a large bowl. Form a well in the center.
  • Mix 2 teaspoons warm water, honey, and yeast together in a small bowl. Pour mixture into the well without mixing. Cover bowl with a cloth; set in a warm area for 15 minutes.
  • Pour the remaining water and 1 teaspoon olive oil into the flour-yeast mixture; stir with a wooden spoon until dough sticks together. Cover with a cloth and keep warm. Let rise until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  • Punch down dough and turn onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth, using the remaining flour as needed. Return to the bowl; cover and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes.
  • Grease a baking sheet with the remaining olive oil; lightly dust with flour.
  • Punch down the dough; divide into 12 equal parts. Shape into ovals and cut a cross on top of each roll with a butter knife. Place rolls on the prepared baking sheet. Cover with a cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes. Brush the rolls with egg white.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Bake rolls in the preheated oven until golden, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Fat 1.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 200.5 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

Tips:

  • Activate the yeast properly: Active dry yeast should be dissolved in warm water (105-115°F) before using. Instant yeast can be mixed directly into the dry ingredients.
  • Knead the dough well: Kneading the dough helps to develop the gluten, which gives the bread rolls their structure and elasticity. Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place: The dough should rise in a warm place (75-85°F) until it has doubled in size. This usually takes about 1-2 hours.
  • Shape the dough into rolls: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and place them on a greased baking sheet.
  • Let the rolls rise again: Let the rolls rise again in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until they have doubled in size.
  • Bake the rolls: Bake the rolls in a preheated oven at 375°F for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  • Enjoy the rolls warm or at room temperature: Broetchen are best enjoyed warm out of the oven, but they can also be stored at room temperature for a few days.

Conclusion:

German Broetchen are a delicious and versatile bread roll that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are soft and fluffy on the inside with a slightly crispy crust on the outside. Broetchen can be filled with a variety of savory or sweet fillings, or they can be simply enjoyed with butter or jam. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make Broetchen at home. So, why not give it a try?

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