Pumpernickel Rolls Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups rye flour (coarsely ground for authenticity)
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (enhances the deep color and flavor)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (adds subtle sweetness)
• 1 teaspoon salt (balances flavor)
• 1 tablespoon instant yeast (for effective rising)
• 1 ¼ cups warm water (about 110°F to activate yeast)
• 2 tablespoons molasses (signature ingredient for earthy sweetness and color)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
• 1 large egg (for richness and binding)