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Einkorn Hawaiian Rolls

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April 27, 2023 by Victoria Leave a Comment

Sweet einkorn Hawaiian rolls are the perfect addition to any meal. Serve them as a side, or turn them into sliders for a ready made meal. These freeze well, so make them in bulk and enjoy them any time!

Close up of an einkorn hawaiian roll on a white counter. Several more rolls in the background.
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We love a good dinner roll, and while we typically opt for our Texas roadhouse copycat einkorn rolls, recently we've been really enjoying these einkorn Hawaiian rolls. I even made them last weekend as hamburger buns for a cookout we were invited to, and they were a huge hit!

The Secret to Perfect Hawaiian Rolls

It has taken me several years to really perfect this recipe, and now that I have, I want to share my top tips for making the best einkorn Hawaiian rolls!

  • Pineapple Juice - While some Hawaiian roll recipes only call for increased sugar, the key to that classic taste is to include pineapple juice.
  • Underbake - These rolls are traditionally very soft, and since einkorn dries out easily, it's better to err on the side of caution and bake for a few minutes less (only slightly golden brown) instead of going for a darker color.
  • Butter the Top - Once the rolls come out of the oven, IMMEDIATELY butter the tops of the rolls. This will help them soften even more and lock in that moisture as they cool.
Ingredients for einkorn hawaiian rolls laid out on a white counter

Ingredients

This recipe will make 8-12 einkorn Hawaiian rolls (depending on the size of your rolls). These freeze really well, so you can easily double or triple the batch, freeze some and enjoy the rest! Scroll down to the print-friendly recipe card to see the detailed ingredient list.

  • Einkorn flour - We use all purpose einkorn flour, but you can use whole wheat or freshly ground einkorn. Just use the weight measurement, not the volume.
  • Pineapple juice - This is responsible for that classic Hawaiian roll taste.
  • Yeast - I've used dry active and instant yeast for this recipe and they both work great! I don't change anything depending on which one I'm using.
  • Butter - We use salted butter, if using unsalted, increase the salt measurement by 1/4 tsp. Creates a soft texture in the dough, can be omitted.
  • Egg - This recipe calls for a whole egg, which helps strengthen the dough, but can be omitted fully.
  • Sugar - We use unrefined cane sugar, but you can use liquid sweetener if desired. Just note that you will need to reduce the pineapple juice by 1/4 cup if you use a liquid sweetener.
  • Salt - A flavor enhancer and dough conditioner, don't skip this!
  • Ginger - We use powdered ginger and it helps condition the einkorn gluten bonds for a better bread texture.
Einkorn hawaiian rolls in a baking pan rising before baking
Notice the spacing between each roll. The oven spring on einkorn bread is quite large, so make sure there is enough room between each roll (about 1" on all sides) so that the rolls don't combine into one single roll!

How to Make Einkorn Hawaiian Rolls

If you've ever made any kind of from scratch bread or rolls before, then this process will be very familiar. Here is an overview of the steps, with the printable version below.

  1. Knead - Mix all the ingredients together in the bowl of an electric mixer. Using a dough hook attachment, knead for 10 minutes on low. If you are kneading by hand, knead for 12-15 minutes, until until dough is smooth and shiny.
  2. Rise - Turn the dough into a buttered bowl and cover. Allow to rise in a warm place for 25-45 minutes.
  3. Shape - Onto a floured surface, place the dough and separate into 8-12 equal sized pieces. Shape into smooth rounds and place them into a buttered 9x13 baking pan.
  4. Second rise - Rise uncovered for 25-40 minutes.
  5. Bake - Brush the top with melted butter and bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temp is at least 180°F.
  6. Finish - Remove the rolls from the oven and brush again with melted butter. Cool and enjoy!
  7. Store - Keep rolls in an air tight container at room temperature for 3 days, in the fridge for 2 weeks, or in the freezer for 3 months.
Finished golden brown einkorn hawaiian rolls in a baking pan.

Freezing Homemade Hawaiian Rolls

If you're like me and you enjoy filling your freezer with delicious homemade goods, so that you don't have to bake from scratch every single day, then you're in luck! These einkorn Hawaiian rolls freeze perfectly, here's how!

  • Bake - Fully bake your rolls and allow them to cool completely at room temperature.
  • Portion - We freeze about 6 rolls per plastic bread bag, which is 1-2 meals worth for us, depending on whether the rolls are a side dish, or part of the meal (sliders).
  • Freeze - Place your rolls in the freezer somewhere flat. Once they are frozen, you can move them. Freezing them flat helps protect their shape.
  • Thaw - Once you're ready, place the rolls in the fridge overnight to thaw, or leave on the counter (in the bag) for 2-4 hours until thawed. Enjoy!

Common Questions

Do I have to use a 9x13 pan?

Not at all! You can use any size pan you'd like, you can even use a parchment lined baking tray. However, the oven spring on einkorn bread is quite large, so make sure there is enough room between each roll (about 1" on all sides) so that the rolls don't combine into one single roll!

Can I use whole wheat or freshly ground einkorn flour?

Yes! Just use the weight measurement, not the volume.

How long do these rolls last at room temperature?

At room temp, these rolls last about 3 days. You can also keep them in the fridge for 2 weeks, or in the freezer for 3 months.

Can I knead these by hand?

Yes! To knead by hand, press on the dough with the heel of your hand, moving in a forward rolling motion. Fold the dough in half, rotate the ball, and repeat. Keep kneading until the dough is smooth and shiny.

Even More Einkorn Recipes

Ready to keep your mixer whirring and your family smiling? These einkorn recipes are tried-and-true recipes from our family to yours!

  • Einkorn Dinner Rolls
  • Homemade Einkorn Biscuits
  • Einkorn Honey Wheat Sourdough Rolls
Close up of an einkorn hawaiian roll on a white counter. Several more rolls in the background.

Sweet Einkorn Hawaiian Rolls

Sweet einkorn Hawaiian rolls are the perfect addition to any meal. Serve them as a side, or turn them into sliders for a ready made meal. These freeze well, so make them in bulk and enjoy them any time!
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Course: Appetizer, Bread, Breakfast, Dinner, Easter, lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, baking, bread
Keyword: einkorn hawaiian bread, einkorn hawaiian rolls, hawaiian rolls
Prep Time: 50 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: 245kcal
Cost: $5

Ingredients

  • 550 g einkorn flour (4 2/3 cups)
  • 1 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 3 tbsp butter room temperature
  • 1 whole egg
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 9 g yeast
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ginger powder

Reserve Butter for Brushing Tops

  • 4 tbsp butter melted

Instructions

  • Heat the pineapple juice in a small sauce pan until it reaches 115°F, no hotter or it will kill the yeast.
  • Combine all the ingredients together in the bowl of an electric mixer (minus the reserve butter for brushing). Using a dough hook attachment, knead for 10 minutes on low. If you are kneading by hand, knead for 12-15 minutes, until until dough is smooth and shiny.
  • Turn the dough into a buttered bowl and cover. Allow to rise in a warm place for 25-45 minutes.
  • Onto a floured surface, place the dough and separate into 8-12 equal sized pieces. Shape into smooth rounds and place them into a buttered 9x13 baking pan.
  • Rise uncovered for 25-40 minutes.
  • Brush the top with melted butter and bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temp is at least 180°F.
  • Remove the rolls from the oven and brush again with melted butter. Cool and enjoy!

Notes

Keep rolls in an air tight container at room temperature for 3 days, in the fridge for 2 weeks, or in the freezer for 3 months.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Sweet Einkorn Hawaiian Rolls
Amount Per Serving (1 roll)
Calories 245 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Trans Fat 0.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 21mg7%
Sodium 223mg10%
Potassium 95mg3%
Carbohydrates 47g16%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 11g12%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 109IU2%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 13mg1%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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