Best 4 Hawaiian Sweet Rolls Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of the islands with our exploration of the best Hawaiian sweet roll recipes. These soft, fluffy rolls, often known as "Sweet Bread" in Hawaii, are a delectable treat that combines the sweetness of pineapple, the richness of coconut, and the warmth of spices. Whether you're looking for a traditional Hawaiian recipe passed down through generations or a modern take on this classic, we'll guide you through a selection of recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the Aloha State.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

BREAD MACHINE HAWAIIAN SWEET ROLLS



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This recipe makes dense pineapple buns with the perfect touch of sweetness.

Provided by BrandyLogan

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     Rolls and Buns

Time 2h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup pineapple juice
⅓ cup milk
1 large egg
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon coconut extract
3 ½ cups bread flour
½ cup dry potato flakes
⅓ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
⅓ teaspoon ground ginger
1 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast

Steps:

  • Place pineapple juice, milk, egg, butter, coconut extract, bread flour, potato flakes, sugar, salt, ginger, and yeast in a bread machine in the order listed, or according to manufacturer's instructions. Run Dough cycle. Remove dough after cycle has ended, about 1 hour.
  • Form dough into rolls, place on a baking sheet, and let rise for 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 26.2 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 206.4 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

HAWAIIAN SWEET ROLLS



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These sweet rolls are very similar to the kind found in bakeries...only better! Pineapple adds just the right amount of sweetness. My husband can't eat just one.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup sugar, divided
1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup butter, melted, divided
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon salt
5 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
TOPPING:
1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
GLAZE:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add 1 tablespoon sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Add milk, 1/4 cup butter, eggs, salt, remaining sugar and 1-1/2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a floured surface; divide in half. Roll each into a 12x8-in. rectangle. Brush with some of the remaining butter. Roll up, jelly-roll style, starting with a long side. Pinch seam to seal. , Cut each into 12 slices. Place, cut side down, 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Brush with remaining butter. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and pineapple until blended. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. , Place a teaspoonful of filling in the center of each roll. Bake until golden brown, 12-16 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks. , For glaze, combine sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Drizzle over warm rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 148mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HAWAIIAN SWEET ROLLS (BREAD MACHINE)



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Every time I make these rolls, I get raving compliments! This is an excellent potluck dish! It is very important to use McCormick brand coconut extract for the right flavor! For the fluffiest rolls, make sure all the ingredients and the kitchen are warm. This was intended to be a copycat of King's Hawaiian Rolls, but according to my husband, these taste way better when done right!

Provided by Pale Rose

Categories     Breads

Time 3h20m

Yield 12-15 rolls, 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup 100% pineapple juice
1 large egg
1/3 cup milk
4 tablespoons butter
1 -2 teaspoon mccormick coconut extract
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup potato flakes
3 1/2 cups flour
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
butter, for brushing on roll tops

Steps:

  • Bring all cold ingredients to room temperature (pineapple juice, egg, milk, butter). This will take about 30 minutes, but you can speed it up a little bit with the microwave if you're not feeling patient.
  • Add the pineapple juice to your bread machine.
  • Beat the egg and add to your bread machine.
  • Add the milk to your bread machine.
  • Divide the butter into small pieces (no larger than 1 tablespoon) and add to the bread machine.
  • Add McCormick coconut extract, ground ginger, salt, sugar, potato flakes, and flour to the bread machine, in that order.
  • Make a small well in the flour, and pour the yeast in the well.
  • Run your bread machine on the dough cycle to knead the dough.
  • After the kneading cycle, let the dough rise until doubled in size - about 1 hour. (I let mine rise in the bread machine).
  • Grease a 13"x9" pan.
  • Divide the dough into 12-15 rolls and place next to each other in the pan (this will get them soft sides).
  • IMPORTANT! Sometimes the dough will be a little sticky to handle while you're doing this (and that's okay!). Do NOT even think about adding more flour! I mean it! I can't stress that enough! It will toughen your rolls. You can try greasing your hands with cooking spray if you want them to be easier to handle. If that still doesn't work, then just enjoy the stickiness knowing that your rolls will be nice and fluffy!
  • Cover with a towel and let rise until doubled in size - about 1 hour - in a warm place. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
  • Bake rolls in preheated oven for 25 minutes or until golden on top.
  • Immediately upon removing the rolls from the oven, brush the tops with butter.
  • Let cool in the pan until the rolls are cool enough to handle. Then remove from pan.
  • TIP: If you will not be eating the rolls right away, transfer the rolls to a large enough bowl to hold them. Place a lid on top and vent it, taking care that no rolls touch the lid. Closing the airflow off while they are warm will make the rolls soggy. Leaving them out in open air will make the rolls crusty. Keeping them in a vented bowl until they are completely cool is very important for obtaining soft rolls! Once the rolls are completely cool, seal the bowl.

HAWAIIAN SWEET ROLLS (BREAD MACHINE)



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Great for sliders and light Summer fare, these are better than store-bought. Found on a bread machine forum: thanks CaliforniaBreadMaker for posting a great recipe! *The original recipe called for 1/4 cup of milk but after making these twice and adding more, I corrected it to 1/2 cup: it may be my bread machine, so add the milk carefully, but with 1/2 cup it turned out perfectly for me :-)

Provided by East Wind Goddess

Categories     Breads

Time 2h20m

Yield 12 rolls, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup milk (*)
2 eggs
1 egg yolk
3 tablespoons butter
1 potatoes, mashed or 6 ounces prepared mashed potatoes
1/3 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons yeast

Steps:

  • Prepare the bread machine: Combine ingredients as recommended my your machine's manufacturer.Use the dough setting.
  • After the cycle, turn out onto a floured surface and preheat the oven to 350.
  • Stretch dough into a log and with a sharp knife cut into 12 pieces.
  • Use a 9x13x2 greased baking pan. Let it rise for an hour to 90 minutes.
  • Brush with milk and bake at 350 degrees x20 minutes.
  • Cover with aluminum foil after 10 minutes to prevent burning**.
  • Note on directions:
  • **One baker used a glass Pyrex dish, like you would use for lasagna,lined it, ungreased, with waxed paper. Raised and baked it as directed, and it did not require the aluminum to prevent burning. I make these in a lower oven shelf and also haven't needed to cover them up.

Tips:

  • Activate the yeast properly: To ensure the best rise for your rolls, make sure the water or milk you use to activate the yeast is between 105-115°F (40-46°C). If the liquid is too hot, it will kill the yeast; if it's too cold, the yeast won't be activated properly.
  • Knead the dough thoroughly: Kneading the dough develops the gluten, which gives the rolls their structure and chewiness. Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place: The ideal temperature for rising dough is between 75-80°F (24-27°C). A warm environment helps the yeast to work quickly and efficiently.
  • Don't overproof the dough: Overproofing can cause the dough to collapse and result in dense, heavy rolls. Let the dough rise until it has doubled in size, but no more.
  • Brush the rolls with melted butter before baking: This will give the rolls a golden brown crust and a soft, tender interior.

Conclusion:

Hawaiian sweet rolls are a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are perfect for sandwiches, sliders, or simply served with butter and jam. With the right ingredients and a little patience, you can easily make these rolls at home. So next time you're craving something sweet and fluffy, give this recipe a try!

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