purple potato rolls

How to Make Purple Sweet Bread Rolls

Purple sweet bread rolls are a delightful treat, combining vibrant color, natural sweetness, and soft texture. Here’s a simple guide to baking them at home.

Ingredients: For the dough, you’ll need 300g all-purpose flour, 100g mashed purple sweet potato (cooled), 30g sugar, 3g yeast, 1 egg, 50g milk, 20g butter, and a pinch of salt. For filling, optional choices include cream cheese, red bean paste, or chocolate chips.

Steps:

1. Prepare the dough: Mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add the mashed purple sweet potato, egg, and milk, knead into a smooth dough. Incorporate softened butter and knead until elastic. Let it rise in a warm place for 1–2 hours until doubled in size.

2. Shape the rolls: Punch down the dough, divide into 6-8 equal portions. Roll each into a ball, flatten, and add filling if desired. Roll up tightly like a swiss roll.

3. Proof and bake: Place rolls on a baking sheet, cover, and let them rise for another 30 minutes. Brush with milk or egg wash, then bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes until golden.

Tips: For a richer color, use steamed purple sweet potato without peeling. Adjust sugar based on the potato’s sweetness. Enjoy these visually stunning rolls as a breakfast snack or dessert!