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The Ultimate Guide to Perfecting Spelt and Rosemary Olive Oil Rolls

  • Author: David Andersson
  • Total Time: 45minutes
  • Yield: 12rolls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

To understand this recipe, we first have to look at the star ingredient: spelt. Spelt is an ancient subspecies of wheat that has been cultivated for thousands of years. Unlike modern highly processed wheat, spelt has a tougher outer husk that protects the nutrients inside, resulting in a flour that is higher in protein and minerals. When we talk about Spelt and Rosemary Olive Oil Rolls, we are describing a yeast-leavened bread that utilizes this ancient grain to provide a deep, toasted-nut flavor and a beautiful golden hue.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups (250 g) spelt flour
  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (7 g) instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or honey
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup (240 ml) warm water
  • 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • Optional: flaky sea salt for topping

Instructions

Step 1: Activate Yeast

  1. In a small bowl, mix yeast, sugar/honey, and warm water.
  2. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2: Make Dough

  1. In a large bowl, combine spelt flour, all-purpose flour, and salt.
  2. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until dough comes together.
  3. Knead on a lightly floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Work in chopped rosemary during kneading.

Step 3: First Rise

  1. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled.

Step 4: Shape Rolls

  1. Punch down dough and divide into 8–10 equal pieces.
  2. Shape into rolls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Cover and let rise for 30–40 minutes.

Step 5: Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Brush rolls lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
  3. Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, brush the rolls with extra olive oil while warm and sprinkle a little sea salt or additional fresh rosemary on top. These rolls are perfect alongside soups, stews, or a cheese platter, and can also be served with flavored butter or a drizzle of balsamic reduction.

  • Prep Time: 20minutes
  • Cook Time: 25minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1roll
  • Calories: 150kcal

Keywords: Ancient grain rosemary bread, Olive oil dinner rolls with herbs, Rustic spelt rolls with fresh rosemary, Healthy homemade rosemary buns

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