Description
Deliciously soft and herb-infused rolls made with chickpea flour for a nutty flavor and elegant texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
- 1 cup (120 g) chickpea flour, sifted
- 2 1/4 tsp (7 g) instant yeast
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) warm whole milk
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) warm water
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (for herb-infused butter)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 small garlic clove, grated (optional)
- Pinch of flaky sea salt
- 1 egg, beaten with 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
- Coarse sea salt or sesame seeds, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Bloom the yeast: combine warm milk, water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let rest 5–7 minutes until foamy.
- Mix the dry ingredients: whisk together flour, chickpea flour, and salt in a large bowl.
- Form the dough: add foamy yeast, egg, and softened butter. Stir until a shaggy dough forms; knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth.
- First rise: place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 60–75 minutes.
- Chill for depth (optional): punch down gently, cover, and refrigerate for 2–12 hours.
- Shape the rolls: divide the dough into 12 pieces, shape each into a ball, and place in a buttered pan.
- Final rise: cover and proof until nearly doubled, about 40–50 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with sea salt or sesame seeds.
- Bake: bake for 18–22 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches about 190–195°F.
- Herb butter finish: while rolls bake, combine melted butter, parsley, thyme, and garlic. Brush over the rolls after baking.
- Cool: let the rolls rest 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a rack.
Notes
For a softer crumb, avoid over-flouring during kneading. The optional chill enhances flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg