The Best Super Soft and Chewy Hoagie Rolls

The Best Super Soft and Chewy Hoagie Rolls

1 servings
The BEST soft and chewy bread roll for hoagies/submarine/grinders. Pillowy soft rolls that are begging to be filled with deliciousness!

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 – 4 cups bread flour/448-512 grams *see note
  • 1 1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoon – 1 1/2 cups warm water / 308-355 grams *see note

    110-115F degrees

  • 2 Tablespoons / 25 grams of sugar
  • 1 packet instant yeast / 7 grams

    2 1/4 teaspoon of RedStar Platinum Yeast

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt / 6 grams
  • 4 Tablespoons / 56 grams cold butter

    cubed *see note

Directions

  1. 1

    If using Active Dry Yeast (not the Instant I use) you have to proof the yeast first. Add the Active Dry Yeast, sugar, and 1/4 cup plus 2 Tablespoon of warm water in a bowl of a stand mixer.

  2. 2

    In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook add in 2 cups of flour, water, sugar, and Instant Yeast.  Start off on low. Mix for 4 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add in the salt and 1 cup at a time of the remaining flour and mix for 5-6 minutes until the dough is slack (See note). At this point, your mixer should be at medium speed. If your dough, after 5-6 minutes is not slack add up to 1/4 more cup of water (taking you up to a full 1 1/2 cups used) but add one Tablespoon at a time. The additional water will fully depend on how humid your room is.

The Best Super Soft and Chewy Hoagie Rolls

The Best Super Soft and Chewy Hoagie Rolls

145 min1 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving that perfectly soft, chewy bread to elevate your homemade hoagies or submarines? These super soft hoagie rolls are exactly what you need to transform any sandwich into a deli-quality masterpiece right in your own kitchen.

This recipe is meticulously crafted to deliver a truly pillowy, yet satisfyingly chewy, roll. The combination of bread flour provides the essential structure for that desired chew, while cold butter is key to achieving a rich, tender crumb that stays soft for days. With instant yeast, you're set for a reliable rise, ensuring light and airy results every time.

Prepare for the ultimate sandwich foundation: a roll that's wonderfully soft to the touch with a satisfying, resilient chew once you bite in. You'll experience a subtle sweetness balanced by a hint of salt, making these rolls versatile enough to complement any filling. The exterior offers just the right amount of structure to hold up to juicy ingredients, while the interior remains irresistibly pillowy. While these rolls require a bit of patience during their preparation, the total time of 2 hours and 25 minutes ensures you're rewarded with bakery-quality bread.

These versatile hoagie rolls are the perfect canvas for your culinary creativity. Fill them with classic Italian cold cuts for a traditional grinder, load them up with steak and cheese for an authentic Philly cheesesteak experience, or pile on roasted vegetables and your favorite plant-based proteins for a delicious vegetarian option. You can also vary the seasonings sprinkled on top before baking, like sesame seeds or a pinch of garlic powder, for extra flavor.

Serve these rolls fresh from the oven for an unforgettable family dinner, a casual backyard barbecue, or as the star of your next game day spread. They pair beautifully with a crisp side salad or a bowl of hearty soup, making any meal feel special.

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