Ever Wondered If You Can Make Texas Roadhouse Rolls at Home with Your Mixer? Yes You Can, and Here’s How!
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Some recipes just feel celebratory. You pull them from the oven and the whole kitchen smells warm and sweet and familiar. These soft, honey-kissed rolls are exactly that kind of recipe.
If you have ever sat at a Texas Roadhouse table waiting for that bread basket to hit the table, you already understand the hype. Those pillowy square rolls. That glossy top. That whipped cinnamon butter melting into every little fold.
They are not complicated. They are not fancy. They are simply soft, sweet comfort food done well.
You already know we have a bread machine version that has done incredibly well. It is one of our most popular recipes. But I wanted a true stand mixer method. Something for the bakers who love watching that dough hook do its thing!
That is where this KitchenAid stand mixer version of our favorite Texas Roadhouse Rolls comes in!
This version is slightly different in ingredient balance. It uses non-fat dry milk powder for richness and structure. It kneads quickly and efficiently in mere minutes with the dough hook attachment.
And it rises beautifully. The texture? Soft. Tender. Light. That signature Texas Roadhouse square shape.
We tweaked them. We perfected them. Now we can enjoy one of our favorite foods for a fraction of the cost of eating out.
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So roll up your sleeves and head into the kitchen to make these iconic Texas Roadhouse copycat rolls using nothing more than a stand mixer and a little patience!
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Equipment
- KitchenAid or other stand mixer with mixing bowl and dough hook
- Measuring jug, cups and spoons
- Plastic wrap or clean dish towel
- Rolling pin
- Knife or pizza cutter
- Parchment paper
- Cookie sheet
- Cooling rack
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Ingredients
Serves 20 to 26 small rolls
- 1 1/4 cup warm water
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 1/2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 tbsp salted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup non-fat dry milk powder
- 3 1/2 cups bread flour
- 1 tsp salt
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Step By Step Instructions
Step 1: Proof the yeast
Add the warm water, honey, and yeast to your stand mixer bowl. Stir gently. Cover loosely and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
The surface should look bubbly and slightly foamy. That tells you the yeast is active and ready, like the image below.
If nothing happens, discard and start again. Old yeast will not give you fluffy rolls.
Step 2: Add remaining ingredients
Once the yeast mixture is foamy, add the egg, softened butter, dry milk powder, bread flour, and salt.
No need to stir first. The mixer will take care of that.
Step 3: Knead the dough
Attach the dough hook and knead on medium low speed for 5 to 7 minutes.
You are looking for a smooth, elastic dough that is slightly tacky but not sticky. It should pull away from the bowl but still feel soft to the touch.
If it looks too dry, add a teaspoon of water. If overly sticky, sprinkle in a tablespoon of flour.
Step 4: First rise
Form the dough into a rough ball. Place it back into the mixing bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel.
Let rise on the counter for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Step 5: Shape the classic squares
Lightly flour your counter. Roll the dough into a large rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
Fold it in half like a book and then roll out again to 1/2 inch thick rectangle. This gives that layered, pillowy texture.
Use a knife or pizza cutter to cut into 20 to 26 small squares.
Place them on a parchment lined cookie sheet with slight space between each roll. Cover and let rest for another 30 minutes.
Step 6: Bake
Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 10 to 12 minutes until lightly golden on top (no egg-wash or milk-wash needed as they turn this color on their own!)
Brush with melted butter while still warm.
Serve with cinnamon honey butter for the full Texas Roadhouse experience!
Notes and Troubleshooting
Notes
- The dry milk powder helps create that soft, enriched texture you expect from restaurant rolls.
- Bread flour gives structure while still staying tender.
- Folding before cutting creates subtle layers that make these rolls feel extra fluffy.
Troubleshooting
Rolls came out dense?
Your yeast may not have been active or the dough did not rise fully.
Dough too sticky while kneading?
Add flour one tablespoon at a time. Avoid temptation to make dough too dry as it will not be soft when baked. See my video for example of how the dough should look!
Can I make this in a bread machine?
Yes. For best results use the specific bread machine version HERE!
Storage
- Store baked rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a warm oven for 5 to 7 minutes to soften.
- You can freeze baked rolls for up to 2 months. Cool completely, slice if you plan to use as little sandwich rolls, wrap tightly, and thaw at room temperature before reheating.
- Dough can also be frozen after the first rise. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then shape and bake as directed.
Serving Ideas
- Serve warm with our Texas Roadhouse Copycat Butter
- Add to holiday tables
- Pair with chili or stew
- Use for breakfast sliders
- Serve alongside roast chicken
- Split and toast for mini sandwiches
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?!
- Soft and fluffy restaurant texture
- Stand mixer friendly and beginner approachable
- Budget friendly ingredients
- Freezer friendly for holidays
- Family approved and crowd pleasing
FAQ
Can I use all purpose flour?
Yes, but bread flour gives a slightly chewier structure and better lift.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes. Bake in two trays and rotate halfway through.
Do they need a second rise after shaping?
Yes, a short rest helps them puff up. I rest the cut squares for about 30 minutes before baking.
Can I make them round instead of square?
You can, but the folded square shape gives that signature texture.
The Best Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls Easy Stand Mixer Recipe!
February 17, 2026Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Add the warm water, honey, and yeast to the bowl of your stand mixer. Stir gently. Cover loosely and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes until bubbly and foamy. If the mixture does not foam, discard and start again with fresh yeast.
- Add the egg, softened butter, non-fat dry milk powder, bread flour, and salt to the bowl. No need to mix first.
- Attach the dough hook and knead on medium low speed for 5 to 7 minutes. The dough should become smooth and elastic, slightly tacky but not sticky. It should pull away from the sides of the bowl while remaining soft.
- Form the dough into a ball and place it back into the bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel. Let rise at room temperature for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Lightly flour your counter. Roll the dough into a large rectangle about 1/2 inch thick. Fold the rectangle in half like a book, and then roll out again to 1/2 inch thick rectangle. Cut into 20 to 26 small squares using a knife or pizza cutter.
- Place the squares onto a parchment lined baking sheet, leaving slight space between each one. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly golden on top.
- Brush the rolls with melted butter while still warm. Serve with cinnamon honey butter if desired.
Video
Notes
- The dry milk powder helps create that soft, enriched texture you expect from restaurant rolls.
- Bread flour gives structure while still staying tender.
- Folding before cutting creates subtle layers that make these rolls feel extra fluffy.
Storage
- Store baked rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a warm oven for 5 to 7 minutes to soften.
- You can freeze baked rolls for up to 2 months. Cool completely, slice if you plan to use as little sandwich rolls, wrap tightly, and thaw at room temperature before reheating.
- Dough can also be frozen after the first rise. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then shape and bake as directed.
Related Recipes
- Check out all our Texas Roadhouse Copycat Recipes!
- Checkout all the Bread Recipes!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
The Takeaway
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a tray of soft, sweet rolls from your own oven and knowing you made them from scratch. These stand mixer Texas Roadhouse copycat rolls are simple. Familiar. Reliable.
They stretch your grocery budget and still feel like a restaurant night at home!
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