If you love the famous bread basket at Texas Roadhouse, these homemade Texas Roadhouse rolls with cinnamon honey butter are the perfect copycat recipe to make at home. These soft, fluffy yeast rolls bake up with lightly golden tops and a tender, pillowy interior that melts in your mouth. Served warm with rich cinnamon honey butter, they recreate the restaurant experience right in your own kitchen. This easy dinner roll recipe is perfect for steak nights, comfort food meals, holiday dinners, or anytime you want bakery-style rolls that taste just like the ones from Texas Roadhouse.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
• Tastes just like the restaurant – These soft, fluffy rolls recreate the famous Texas Roadhouse bread basket at home, complete with rich cinnamon honey butter.
• Incredibly soft and pillowy – The dough bakes into light, buttery rolls with a tender interior and glossy golden tops.
• Perfect with any dinner – These homemade dinner rolls pair beautifully with steak, barbecue, comfort food meals, and holiday dinners.
• Better than store-bought rolls – Fresh yeast rolls made from scratch have unbeatable flavor and texture.
• Easy copycat recipe – With simple pantry ingredients and straightforward steps, you can make bakery-style Texas Roadhouse rolls in your own kitchen.
• That cinnamon honey butter – The sweet, creamy honey butter melts into the warm rolls and makes them completely irresistible.
Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls with Cinnamon Honey Butter (Soft & Fluffy)
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Stand mixer with dough hook (optional)
- Measuring cups and measuring spoons
- Whisk
- Rolling Pin
- Pizza cutter or sharp knife
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- pastry brush
- Small mixing bowl (for honey butter)
- hand mixer or whisk
Ingredients
Rolls
- 1 ¼ cups warm whole milk 105–110°F
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
- ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 teaspoon fine salt
- 3 ¾– 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons melted butter for brushing after baking
Cinnamon Honey Butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine the warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of the sugar. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes until the yeast becomes foamy.
- Add the remaining sugar, melted butter, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture. Whisk until fully combined.
- Add 3 ½ cups of flour and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until it becomes smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky. Add additional flour a tablespoon at a time if the dough is too sticky.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about ½ inch thick.
- Cut the dough into 2-inch squares using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Place the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving a little space between each roll.
- Cover the rolls loosely and allow them to rise again for 30–40 minutes until puffy.
- Bake the rolls in a 350°F oven for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Immediately brush the hot rolls with melted butter to keep the tops soft and glossy.
Cinnamon Honey Butter
- Place the softened butter, powdered sugar, honey, cinnamon, and salt into a mixing bowl.
- Beat the mixture for about 2 minutes until light, fluffy, and smooth.
- Serve the warm rolls with the cinnamon honey butter.
Notes
Ingredient Notes
Whole Milk
Whole milk helps create the soft, rich texture that makes these copycat Texas Roadhouse rolls so fluffy. The extra fat keeps the rolls tender and gives the dough a smooth, bakery-style crumb.
Active Dry Yeast
Active dry yeast is what makes these homemade dinner rolls rise and become light and airy. Make sure the milk is warm (about 105–110°F) so the yeast activates properly without being killed by heat.
Granulated Sugar
Texas Roadhouse rolls have a slightly sweet flavor, and the sugar helps create that signature taste. It also feeds the yeast and helps the dough rise.
Butter
Butter adds richness and flavor to the dough while also creating the soft texture these rolls are known for. Brushing the rolls with melted butter after baking gives them their glossy golden finish.
Egg
The egg enriches the dough and contributes to the tender crumb inside the rolls.
All-Purpose Flour
All-purpose flour works perfectly for this recipe and produces soft, fluffy rolls. If you want slightly chewier rolls, you can substitute part of the flour with bread flour.
Honey
Honey gives the butter its signature sweetness and contributes to the warm caramel color of Texas Roadhouse style cinnamon honey butter.
Ground Cinnamon
A small amount of cinnamon adds warmth and spice to the honey butter, creating the classic flavor that pairs perfectly with the soft dinner rolls.
Powdered Sugar
Powdered sugar helps create the smooth, whipped texture of the cinnamon honey butter while balancing the flavor of the honey.
Pro Tips for Perfect Texas Roadhouse Rolls
• Make sure the milk is the right temperature. Warm milk between 105–110°F helps activate the yeast properly. If the milk is too hot it can kill the yeast, and if it is too cold the dough will not rise well.
• Do not add too much flour. The dough should feel soft and slightly tacky. Adding too much flour is the most common reason homemade dinner rolls turn out dense instead of light and fluffy.
• Let the dough rise fully. The first rise should double the dough in size. Proper rising time is what creates the airy texture that makes Texas Roadhouse style rolls so soft.
• Cut the rolls evenly. Cutting the dough into similar sized squares ensures the rolls bake evenly and get the classic Texas Roadhouse roll shape.
• Do not overbake the rolls. The rolls should be lightly golden on top but still soft. Overbaking can make them dry instead of tender.
• Brush the rolls with butter immediately after baking. This gives the rolls their glossy tops and keeps the crust soft, just like the restaurant version.
• Serve them warm. Texas Roadhouse rolls taste best when served warm with cinnamon honey butter so the butter melts into the soft bread.
Common Mistakes When Making Texas Roadhouse Rolls
• Using milk that is too hot
If the milk is hotter than about 110°F it can kill the yeast, which prevents the dough from rising. Always use warm milk, not hot milk, when activating yeast.
• Adding too much flour
Too much flour can make dinner rolls dense and heavy instead of soft and fluffy. The dough should feel soft and slightly tacky rather than dry.
• Not allowing enough rise time
Yeast dough needs enough time to double in size. Rushing the rise will result in rolls that are small and less airy.
• Under-kneading the dough
Proper kneading helps develop gluten, which gives the rolls their light, stretchy texture. If the dough is not kneaded enough, the rolls may turn out dense.
• Overbaking the rolls
Texas Roadhouse rolls should be lightly golden, not dark brown. Overbaking will dry them out and make them less soft.
• Skipping the butter finish
Brushing the rolls with melted butter immediately after baking keeps the tops soft and adds the classic buttery flavor these rolls are known for.
Variations
• Garlic Butter Rolls
Brush the freshly baked rolls with melted butter mixed with minced garlic and a pinch of parsley for a savory garlic butter version.
• Honey Butter Rolls
Skip the cinnamon in the butter and make a simple honey butter spread for a slightly lighter, classic dinner roll topping.
• Whole Wheat Rolls
Replace about one-third of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour to create a heartier roll with a mild nutty flavor.
• Mini Slider Rolls
Cut the dough into smaller pieces before baking to create mini dinner rolls that work perfectly as slider buns.
• Cinnamon Sugar Rolls
After brushing the baked rolls with butter, sprinkle them lightly with cinnamon sugar for a sweeter variation.
• Cheddar Dinner Rolls
Mix about ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese into the dough before the first rise to create soft cheesy rolls that pair well with soups and comfort food meals.
What to Serve With Texas Roadhouse Rolls
These soft, fluffy Texas Roadhouse rolls with cinnamon honey butter pair perfectly with many comfort food and steakhouse-style meals. Their slightly sweet flavor and buttery texture make them a great side dish for hearty dinners.
• Steak dinners – These rolls are a classic match for grilled steak, ribeye, or sirloin just like at Texas Roadhouse.
• Roast chicken – Soft dinner rolls pair beautifully with roasted or baked chicken and help soak up the juices.
• Barbecue dishes – Serve them alongside BBQ ribs, pulled pork, or smoked brisket for a restaurant-style meal.
• Comfort food meals – These homemade rolls taste amazing with dishes like creamy chicken, casseroles, or rich gravies.
• Soups and chili – Fluffy rolls are perfect for dipping into hearty soups, stews, and chili.
• Holiday dinners – Texas Roadhouse style dinner rolls are also a great addition to Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other holiday meals.
Storage Instructions
• Room Temperature
Store leftover Texas Roadhouse rolls in an airtight container or sealed bag at room temperature for up to 2 days. Keeping them sealed helps maintain their soft texture.
• Refrigerator
You can store the rolls in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, but refrigeration may dry them out slightly. Reheat before serving to restore their softness.
• Freezing
These homemade dinner rolls freeze very well. Place the cooled rolls in a freezer-safe bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 2 months.
• Reheating
Warm the rolls in the microwave for about 10–15 seconds or heat them in a 300°F oven for 5–7 minutes until soft and warm again. Serve with cinnamon honey butter for the best flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are Texas Roadhouse rolls so soft?
Texas Roadhouse rolls are soft because the dough contains milk, butter, and egg, which enrich the dough and create a tender crumb. Proper kneading and allowing the dough to rise fully also help create the light, fluffy texture.
Can I make Texas Roadhouse rolls ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dough ahead of time. After shaping the rolls, cover them tightly and refrigerate overnight. Let them come to room temperature and rise slightly before baking the next day.
Can I freeze Texas Roadhouse rolls?
Yes, these homemade dinner rolls freeze very well. Once cooled, place them in an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to two months. Reheat them in the oven before serving.
What flour works best for dinner rolls?
All-purpose flour works perfectly for soft dinner rolls. If you prefer slightly chewier rolls, you can substitute part of the flour with bread flour.
Can I make the dough in a stand mixer?
Yes, a stand mixer with a dough hook works great for kneading the dough. Mix the ingredients together and knead on medium speed for about 6–8 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
How do I make the cinnamon honey butter darker like the restaurant version?
The darker color comes from the combination of honey, cinnamon, and powdered sugar mixed into the butter. Whipping the butter well helps blend the ingredients evenly and creates the smooth, creamy texture served at Texas Roadhouse.
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