If you are looking for an original and healthy idea for your next buffet, you are in the right place! The buffet rolls with spelt flour are a perfect choice to surprise your guests with a unique flavor and irresistible texture. Spelt flour, rich in nutrients and with a distinctive aromatic profile, gives the rolls a rustic note and a touch of authenticity. Whether it’s a special event, a birthday party, or a simple gathering with friends, these rolls are not only delicious but also light and easily digestible.
Get ready to discover how to make your buffet unforgettable! And also check out these recipes to prepare it at its best:
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Rest time: 2 Hours
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 30 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven, Electric oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 2 cups spelt flour
- 2 cups Manitoba flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2.8 oz butter
- 10 g fresh yeast (or 3 g dry yeast)
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 oz egg yolk
- 1 whole egg
- 4 tsp milk
- sesame seeds
Tools
- 1 Stand mixer
- 1 Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- 1 Bowl
Steps
1. Activate the yeast: If using dry yeast, mix it with warm water and sugar in a bowl. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it foams. If using fresh yeast, dissolve it directly in the water and milk.
2. Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, sift the spelt flour and add the salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the water with the yeast and the yolks. Start mixing with a wooden spoon or with your hands until you get a homogeneous dough, also incorporating the soft butter in pieces.If using a stand mixer, you can put the yeast and liquids together with flour and start kneading with the flat beater.
3. Knead: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until it becomes elastic and smooth. If the dough is too sticky, you can add a little flour, but be careful not to overdo it.If using a stand mixer, continue mixing and add the butter in pieces gradually. Your dough will be ready when it’s smooth and firm.
4. Leavening: Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
5. Form the rolls: Once risen, deflate the dough and divide it into portions of about 20-30 g. Shape them into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between them.
6. Second leavening: Cover the rolls with a cloth and let them rise for another 30-40 minutes. Or place the baking sheet in the oven with the light on.
7. Preheat the oven: While the rolls are rising, preheat the oven to 340°F.
8. Baking: Before baking, you can brush the rolls with some water or oil for a more golden crust or with the yolk and milk. Add the seeds you prefer on top.Bake the rolls for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
9. Cooling: Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool on a rack.
Enjoy!
You can enrich the dough with seeds (like sesame or sunflower seeds) or aromatic herbs for an extra touch of flavor.
– These rolls are perfect to be filled with cold cuts, cheeses, grilled vegetables, or sauces, making them ideal for a buffet or a picnic.
