Scottish Oatmeal Rolls Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
• STEP 2.Add the all-purpose flour, oatmeal, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
• STEP 3.Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• STEP 4.Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
• STEP 5.Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them on a greased baking sheet.
• STEP 6.Cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
• STEP 7.Preheat the oven to 375掳F (190掳C).
• STEP 8.Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
• STEP 9.Remove from the oven and let the rolls cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the water is warm, but not too hot, to activate the yeast properly.
• You can use either instant or traditional rolled oats for this recipe.
• For a richer flavor, you can brush the rolls with melted butter before baking.

Storage and Serving

• Scottish Oatmeal Rolls are best served warm.
• Leftover rolls can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• To reheat, wrap the rolls in aluminum foil and warm them in a preheated oven at 350掳F (175掳C) for about 10 minutes.