WHOLE WHEAT MOLASSES ROLLS
MAKES 12
Molasses adds a hint of sweetness to these fluffy rolls.
1 cup warm water (105° to 110°)4 teaspoons active dry yeast1 teaspoon granulated sugar2 cups all-purpose flour¼ cup firmly packed light brown sugar¼ cup molasses3 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened1 large egg2½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided2¼ cups whole wheat flour, divided 1 egg white, lightly beaten2 tablespoons old-fashioned oats1 tablespoon chopped pumpkin seeds1½ teaspoons sunflower seeds
1. Spray a 12-inch cast-iron skillet with cooking spray.
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine 1 cup warm water, yeast, and granulated sugar. Let stand until mixture is foamy, about 10 minutes.
3. With mixer on medium speed, add all-purpose flour, brown sugar, molasses, honey, cocoa,…