Bread Machine Hawaiian Rolls
These soft, lightly sweet Hawaiian rolls are one of my favorite ways to put my bread machine to work! I make the dough with pineapple juice, coconut flakes, bread flour, and a little sugar, then let the machine handle the mixing and kneading.
Once the dough cycle finishes, I shape it into 12 rolls, let them rise for about an hour, and bake them in a 9 × 13-inch casserole dish until golden brown. They’re delicious served warm with butter and perfect for dinner, holiday meals, sandwiches, or sliders. My KBS bread machine uses setting 12 (Leavened Dough), but you can use the appropriate dough cycle on your machine.
Bread Machine Hawaiian Rolls
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Add the pineapple juice, egg, oil, bread flour, coconut flakes, sugar, salt, and bread-machine yeast to the bread-machine pan in the order recommended for your machine.
- Select the dough cycle. On Dr. J’s KBS machine, setting 12 (Leavened Dough) takes 1 hour and 24 minutes.
- Prepare a 9 × 13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray, softened butter, or coconut oil. When the cycle ends, turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat or gently roll it into an approximately 9 × 13-inch rectangle.
- Cut the dough into three equal long strips, then cut each strip crosswise into four pieces to make 12 portions. Shape each portion into a ball and place the balls in the prepared dish.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm area for 1 hour, until the rolls have puffed. During the last 20 minutes, preheat the oven to 375°F (about 190°C).
- Remove the plastic wrap and bake on the middle rack for 17–20 minutes, until golden brown.
- Brush with melted butter if desired. Serve warm, or cool completely on a baking rack before storing in an airtight container.
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Let us know how it was!Soft, Sweet Hawaiian Rolls Made Easy with a Bread Machine
There’s nothing quite like pulling a pan of freshly baked dinner rolls out of the oven! These Bread Machine Hawaiian Rolls are soft, fluffy, lightly sweet, and absolutely delicious served warm with a little butter.
What makes these rolls special is the combination of pineapple juice, coconut flakes, and a touch of sugar. They give the bread a wonderful flavor without making it overly sweet.
And here’s what I really love about this recipe: my bread machine does the mixing and kneading for me!
Once the dough cycle finishes, I simply shape the dough into 12 rolls, let them rise, and bake them until they’re beautifully golden brown.
They’re wonderful for holiday dinners, family meals, sandwiches, and sliders. And if you’ve never made homemade dinner rolls before, this is a great recipe to try.
My Tips for Perfect Bread Machine Hawaiian Rolls
Follow your bread machine’s ingredient order. Different machines have different requirements, so always check your owner’s manual. I use my KBS bread machine for this recipe.
Measure the flour carefully. Spoon the bread flour into your measuring cup and level it with a straight edge. Packing too much flour into the cup can make the rolls dense.
Use the dough cycle, not the baking cycle. We’re using the bread machine to prepare the dough, but the rolls finish baking in the oven.
Don’t skip the coconut flakes. Along with the pineapple juice, they give these Hawaiian rolls their distinctive flavor.
Divide the dough evenly. I cut the dough into 12 pieces so the rolls are approximately the same size and bake evenly.
Give the rolls time to rise. After shaping, cover the pan and let the dough rise in a warm place for about an hour.
Watch the rolls near the end of baking. Every oven is a little different. Look for golden-brown tops rather than relying only on the timer.
Brush with butter if you like. A little melted salted butter over the warm rolls adds wonderful flavor and gives them a beautiful finish.
Why Pineapple Juice Makes These Rolls Special
One of the things that makes Hawaiian rolls different from ordinary dinner rolls is their lightly sweet flavor.
For this recipe, I use one cup of pineapple juice in the dough.
The pineapple juice adds a subtle fruity sweetness that works beautifully with the coconut flakes and sugar.
I also use an egg and a little coconut oil or avocado oil, which help create a tender dough.
The result is a soft dinner roll that’s delicious on its own but also sturdy enough for small sandwiches and sliders.
How to Make 12 Evenly Sized Hawaiian Rolls
Once the bread machine finishes the dough cycle, it’s time to shape the rolls.
First, I prepare a 9 × 13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray, softened butter, or coconut oil.
Then I turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat or roll it into a rectangle approximately the same size as the dish.
Here’s my easy trick for dividing the dough evenly:
- Cut the rectangle lengthwise into three equal strips.
- Cut each strip crosswise into four pieces.
- Shape each piece into a smooth ball.
- Arrange all 12 dough balls in the prepared casserole dish.
This method makes it easy to get consistently sized rolls without weighing every piece.
Don’t worry if they aren’t perfectly identical. That’s part of the charm of homemade bread!
Let the Rolls Rise Before Baking
After shaping the dough, cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap and place it somewhere warm.
Let the rolls rise for approximately one hour, until they’re noticeably puffed.
During the final 20 minutes of rising, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Once the dough has risen, remove the plastic wrap and place the dish on the middle oven rack.
Bake for 17 to 20 minutes, until the tops are golden brown.
If you’d like, brush the warm rolls with melted salted butter as soon as they come out of the oven.
I love serving these while they’re still warm!
What to Serve with Homemade Hawaiian Rolls
These rolls are so versatile that I find myself thinking of all kinds of ways to serve them.
Holiday dinners. They’re a wonderful addition to Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter meals.
Pulled pork sliders. The lightly sweet bread pairs beautifully with savory barbecue pork.
Turkey sandwiches. Use leftover holiday turkey and your favorite toppings to make little sandwiches.
Ham and cheese sliders. Split the rolls, add ham and cheese, and warm them until the cheese melts.
Soup and stew. A warm Hawaiian roll is delicious alongside a hearty bowl of homemade soup.
Breakfast sandwiches. Add scrambled eggs, cheese, and your favorite breakfast meat for a quick morning meal.
Of course, they’re also wonderful simply served with butter!
Storing and Freezing Homemade Hawaiian Rolls
These rolls are best enjoyed fresh, but they also store and freeze well.
Allow them to cool completely before transferring them to an airtight container or bread bag.
Store at room temperature for approximately 3 to 4 days.
For longer storage, place the cooled rolls in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 2 months for best quality.
When you’re ready to enjoy them, thaw the rolls and warm them gently in the oven.
I especially like freezing a few rolls so I can pull them out whenever we need something to go with dinner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make Hawaiian rolls in a different bread machine?
Absolutely! Use the dough cycle recommended for your particular bread machine and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for loading ingredients.
Which bread machine setting does Dr. J use?
I use setting 12, the Leavened Dough cycle, on my KBS bread machine. The cycle takes 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Do I bake these rolls in the bread machine?
No. The bread machine mixes, kneads, and prepares the dough. After shaping and rising, the rolls bake in a 9 × 13-inch casserole dish in the oven.
How many rolls does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 12 Hawaiian rolls.
How long should the rolls rise?
After shaping, cover the rolls and let them rise in a warm place for approximately one hour, until they’ve puffed up.
What temperature should I bake Hawaiian rolls?
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for approximately 17 to 20 minutes, until golden brown.
Can I freeze homemade Hawaiian rolls?
Yes! Cool the rolls completely, place them in a freezer-safe bag, and freeze for up to 2 months for best quality.
Can I use avocado oil instead of coconut oil?
Yes. The recipe allows either coconut oil or avocado oil, so use whichever you prefer.
More Homemade Bread Recipes You’ll Love
If you enjoy making homemade bread with your bread machine, here are a few more recipes from my kitchen.
- Seeded Rye Bread in a Bread Machine – A hearty homemade loaf with rye flour, molasses, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds.
- Cinnamon Raisin Brioche Bread in a Bread Machine – A rich, buttery bread with cinnamon and raisins that’s wonderful for breakfast or French toast.
- Bread Machine Pumpkin Bread – A sweet pumpkin quick bread with warm spices that’s perfect for fall.
- Bread Machine Spicy Cheddar Cornbread – A savory cornbread with cheddar cheese and green chiles that’s delicious alongside chili or soup.
I hope you’ll give these homemade Hawaiian rolls a try! They’re soft, delicious, and much easier to make than you might think when your bread machine handles the hard work.
And if you’d like to see exactly how I prepare and shape them, be sure to watch the video!
Watch Dr. J Make Bread Machine Hawaiian Rolls
Watch Dr. J make Bread Machine Hawaiian Rolls and see how it comes together.
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KBS Pro Stainless Steel Bread Machine
