This old-fashioned butter roll recipe has been passed down through generations in my family. It consists of a flaky, buttery dough rolled up with a sweet butter and sugar filling, baked until golden and served warm with a drizzle of vanilla sauce. It's the perfect treat for a cozy night in or a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cold butter, water, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface.
- Spread softened butter over the dough and sprinkle it with sugar.
- Roll up the dough tightly to form a log and cut into slices.
- Place the slices in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- While the butter rolls are baking, heat milk, cream, sugar, and vanilla in a saucepan until warm.
- Serve the warm butter rolls with the vanilla sauce drizzled on top.
- Enjoy your Grandma's Old-Fashioned Butter Rolls!
Interesting Facts
Butter Rolls were a popular dessert during the Great Depression due to their simple and affordable ingredients.
The origins of Butter Rolls can be traced back to traditional British and American recipes for sweet rolls and pastries.