Description
These easy homemade dinner rolls are soft, fluffy, and perfect for any meal. Made from scratch with simple ingredients like flour, yeast, and butter, they are ideal for family dinners or special occasions. The dough is kneaded and left to rise twice, ensuring a light and airy texture. Finished with a buttery glaze, these rolls come out golden brown and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for kneading)
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: Combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar in a large mixing bowl; let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy to activate the yeast and ensure proper fermentation.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in melted butter, egg, and salt into the yeast mixture, blending thoroughly to create a smooth base for the dough.
- Incorporate Flour: Gradually mix in flour, one cup at a time, until a soft dough forms that is pliable but not overly sticky.
- Knead Dough: Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, developing gluten structure for the rolls.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size, allowing the dough to ferment and expand.
- Divide and Shape: Punch down the risen dough, divide it into 12 equal portions, and shape each into a smooth ball for uniform baking.
- Second Rise: Arrange the dough balls on a greased baking sheet or 9×13-inch dish, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes to relax and puff up before baking.
- Bake Rolls: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes until they turn golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.
- Finish with Butter: Remove the rolls from the oven and brush them with melted butter for a shiny, flavorful, and soft crust.
Notes
- Ensure the milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- Extra flour might be needed depending on humidity and flour brand; add gradually to avoid stiff dough.
- For a richer flavor, substitute some of the milk with buttermilk.
- The rolls can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Brush with more melted butter after baking if desired for extra softness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
