Step 1

In the bowl of a stand mixer, or a large mixing bowl if you don't have a stand mixer, pour in the warm milk(make sure it is around 100 degrees(F), which is just warm to the touch, the yeast can die if it is too hot).

Step 2

Sprinkle the yeast and the sugar into the milk. Stir and let sit for about 5 minutes or until it is bubbly and frothy.

Step 3

Then pour in the agave, applesauce, melted vegan butter, and salt.

Step 4

Attach the dough hook and begin to stir, or begin to stir with a spoon.

Step 5

Then add in 3 cups of flour about 1 cup at a time. Using the dough hook or spoon to combine.

Step 6

Once that all comes together and pulls away from the bowl, add the remaining 1/2 cup of flour. Continue to combine until it forms a dough ball.

Step 7

Now, knead with the dough hook for about 2 minutes, or turn out onto a floured surface and knead by hand until the dough is no longer sticky.

Step 8

Put the dough in a large bowl, that has been brushed with oil or sprayed with non-stick spray.

Step 9

Let proof in a warm place for 1 1/2-2 hours or until it has doubled in size. I like to heat my oven to about 200 degrees(F) and then turn off the oven and proof in there with a cloth covering the bowl.

Step 10

Once the dough has doubled in size, punch down the dough, then turn it out onto a floured surface.

Step 11

Cut the dough into 8 equal portions, then roll each into a ball. Place them in two rows, right up against each other in a greased 13x9 inch baking dish.

Step 12

Cover the dish with a cloth, and let proof for 45 minutes-1 hour. Or until doubled in size.

Step 13

Now, preheat the oven to 350 degrees(F).

Step 14

Bake the rolls for 18-21 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 15

While the rolls bake, make the "honey" butter.

Step 16

Whisk together the room temperature vegan butter, the agave and the salt until fully combined.

Step 17

Once the rolls are done, generously brush the tops of the rolls with the butter mixture, saving the rest to serve with the rolls.

Step 18

Sprinkle the tops with sea salt if desired. They are amazing served warm, but are delicious after cooling too.