
Yield6 rollsActive time25–35 minRisingAbout 2 hrBaking16–23 min
Ingredients
- 400 g fresh-milled hard white wheat flour
- 150 g bread flour
- 355 g warm water, hold back 25 g
- 30 g honey
- 35 g olive oil
- 10 g fine salt
- 7 g instant yeast
Method
- Mix flours, 330 g water and honey; rest 25 minutes.
- Add yeast, salt and oil. Knead 6–8 minutes, adding reserved water gradually until supple and tacky.
- Rise covered at 75°F until 60–75% larger, about 60–90 minutes.
- Divide into six, rest 10 minutes, flatten and roll tightly into 8-inch logs. Seal seams.
- Proof seam down 35–55 minutes until puffy. Brush with egg wash if desired.
- Bake at 375°F for 20–23 minutes to 195°F inside. Cool before splitting.
Fresh-milled notes
Moderate hydration and a little bread flour keep a sturdy sandwich shape. Brush with butter after baking for a softer crust.
Freeze fully cooled rolls airtight. Toast cut sides or refresh briefly in a warm oven for sandwiches.
Recommended tools
Digital scale
Weigh the flour and dough portions.
View scale ↗Bench scraper
Divide dough cleanly.
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