Easy Potato Bread Rolls Recipe

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Looking for a delicious and easy potato bread recipe? Look no further! This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to make their very own potato bread. This potato bread is soft, fluffy, and simply irresistible. It's the perfect accompaniment to any meal or can even be enjoyed on its own as a tasty snack

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Easy Potato Bread Recipe
Ingredients
Handy Kitchen Tools
How to Make Potato Bread
Frequently Asked Questions
More Homemade Bread Recipes
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Easy Potato Bread Recipe

Who doesn’t love a delicious, hearty potato bread recipe? This recipe is perfect for winter months – or any time of year, really. It’s simple to follow and yields great results every time.

Once you try this recipe, you’ll never want to go back to store-bought bread again. Homemade potato bread is so much tastier and healthier than anything you can buy in a store. Plus, it’s easy enough that anyone can make it.

Want an extra special treat? Make this small batch of strawberry jam to spread over a warm slice of potato bread. Or, make it with peanut butter and toasted potato bread for the ultimate sandwich.

potato rolls with salad spread on white platter with bowl of ketchup

Ingredients

½ pound potatoes (200g)
6 tablespoons granulated sugar (70g)
1 packet dry active yeast (¼oz/7g)
2 teaspoons salt (12g)
⅜ cup butter, softened (84g)
4 ⅜ cups all-purpose flour (550g)
1 egg
1 teaspoon water (5ml)

Note: Reserve 6 ounces (180ml) of potato water

toasted potato bread with cheese and slaw

Handy Kitchen Tools

slices of potato bread on try next to bowl of ketchup

How to Make Potato Bread

This bread starts with mashed potatoes. You can use leftover potatoes or start from scratch. Peel and cut potatoes into cubes, and then place them in a stockpot. Cover them with water, then bring them to a boil. Once the water is boiling, cook for 15 minutes, or until they are soft.

Once the potatoes are cooked, drain the water, but reserve 6 ounces for later. Mash the potatoes or run them through a potato ricer then set aside.

Now, add the warm potato water to a large bowl along with 1 teaspoon of sugar and the package of dry yeast. Stir this together and then let it sit until it is foamy and active. This usually takes around 5 to 10 minutes.

blue spoon stirring yeast and water together

Once you know the yeast is active, you will add in the mashed potatoes, eggs, flour, and salt.

potato being riced into the yeast mixture

If possible, use a stand mixer to knead the dough. You can also do this by hand. Knead the dough for about 6 minutes.

Then, put the dough out on a clean, but lightly floured surface, and add 1 tablespoon of butter at a time. Knead until the butter is completely incorporated into the dough. The dough may be a bit sticky, and if so, add flour by the tablespoon until it is smooth and elastic.

board scraper holding bread up off countertop

Oil a large bowl, then put the dough into the bowl and cover it loosely with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel. Sit it in a warm place, and let it rest for 1 to 2 hours, or until the dough has doubled in size.

hands putting ball of dough into white bowl to rise

Once the potato bread dough has risen, you will prepare either a loaf pan or baking sheet with parchment paper or butter. Then, punch down the dough and divide it into 12 pieces for rolls, or form into a loaf.

hand punching down potato bread in white bowl

Place onto the baking sheet, baking dish, or into the loaf pan and cover it loosely with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel again. Let it rise for another 45 minutes to 1 hour.

hand putting bread dough into baking dish

After the second "rest" period, you will want to go ahead and preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C.

While the oven heats up, you can whisk that egg and water together to form the eggwash. Brush the tops of the rolls or the loaf of bread with the eggwash.

potato bread rolls in baking dish before baking

Bake the rolls for 20 to 25 minutes. If making a loaf, cook it for 30 to 45 minutes. The bread should be cooked through and golden brown on top.

baked potato rolls in aluminum baking dish

Serve hot with butter or a favorite spread.

hand holding up stuffed potato bread roll

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Potato Bread Healthier Than Regular Bread?

Potato bread is made with, you guessed it, potatoes! This means that it contains more vitamins and minerals than regular bread. Potatoes are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. They also contain antioxidants that can help to boost your immune system.

While the bread still has a lot of carbs in it and it still contains wheat, it is a healthier option than regular white or wheat bread.

How Long Does Homemade Potato Bread Last?

This potato bread recipe yields one large loaf or around 12 rolls. Like most bread, it is best when it is eaten in the first few days after it is made.

However, if you have more bread than you can eat in a few days, it will last for up to a week, as long as it is stored properly.

Keep the loaves of bread in an airtight container or in a plastic storage bag, like a freezer bag. To last the longest, place it in the refrigerator.

Can I Freeze Homemade Potato Bread?

Since this homemade potato bread recipe makes 12 rolls or a large loaf, you may not be able to finish eating them before they are stale.

When stored properly in the freezer it will last for up to 3 months. Just place the potato bread in an airtight container or freezer bag. I like to also wrap the loaf of bread in plastic wrap so that it has another layer of protection against freezer burn.

When you’re ready to eat it, thaw the bread overnight in the fridge before slicing and serving.

You can also freeze the bread dough. Form the dough into shape and place it on a plate or baking sheet. Freeze the bread until it is firm and then take it out of the freezer. Wrap the bread log well with plastic wrap. Place in a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

When you are ready to bake the bread, remove it from the freezer, let it thaw, and continue the last proofing stage and bake.

toasted potato bread rolls on white plate next to cherry tomatoes

More Homemade Bread Recipes

A loaf of homemade bread or a tasty roll is a great way to impress guests or your family. The fresh warm flavor is always loved, and nothing beats the smell of yeasty bread fresh from the oven. Below are more fun bread recipes you can add to your menu. Make sure you bookmark these, print out the recipes, or pin them to Pinterest to make soon.

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Yield: 12

Easy Potato Bread Recipe

Make this homemade easy potato bread recipe a perfect way to add soft and flavorful bread to any meal!

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Additional Time 3 hours

Total Time 4 hours

Ingredients

½ pound potatoes (200g)
6 tablespoons granulated sugar (70g)
1 packet dry active yeast (¼oz/7g)
2 teaspoons salt (12g)
⅜ cup butter, softened (84g)
4 ⅜ cup all-purpose flour (550g)
1 egg
1 teaspoon water (5ml)

Instructions

Start by cooking and mashing the potatoes. Peel them then cut them into cubes and place them in a large stockpot. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cook for 15 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Drain off, but reserve the potato water, and then mash them or run them through a potato ricer and set them aside.
Measure out 6 ounces of the potato water, and let it cool. Once cooled slightly, add 1 teaspoon of sugar and the package of yeast. Stir and then let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes, until it is foamy and active.
Now, to the liquid, add the mashed potatoes, eggs, flour, and salt.
Knead this mixture until the dough comes together, then let it rest for 5 minutes.
Knead the dough, adding 1 tablespoon of butter at a time, until the butter is completely incorporated. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit of flour until it is smooth.
Now, form the dough into a ball and place it in an oiled/greased bowl, and cover loosely. Let sit for 1 to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, you will punch it down and then divide it into 12 pieces.
Then, on a clean but lightly floured surface, roll the pieces into a log/roll shape. Place them onto a greased baking dish and cover loosely then let rise again for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water, then brush the top of each roll.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until cooked through and golden brown on top.