Agave Cloverleaf Rolls

Serves: 12

   1 (16-ounce) package hot roll bread mix
   6 tablespoons agave, divided
   1/4 cup butter
   1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
   1 cup sliced almonds

Agave Cloverleaf Rolls is from the Cook'n with Agave collection.

Prepare hot roll mix in a large bowl according to package directions, adding 2 tablespoons agave to liquid. Cover kneaded dough with bowl and let rest 5 minutes.

Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add remaining 4 tablespoons agave; stir in lemon peel. Roll dough into 36 balls (about 1- to 1-1/2-inch diameter each). Form clusters of three balls; dip each in agave mixture then in almonds. Place each cluster in a well greased muffin cup. Cover and set in warm place to rise about 30 minutes or until doubled in bulk.

Bake in preheated 350°F oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Brush with agave mixture, if desired. Remove from pan and cool slightly on wire rack. Serve warm or cool.

VARIATION: After brushing with honey mixture, dip in chopped parsley, rosemary or other fresh herb.