Description
Delightfully soft and tender rolls made with sweetened condensed milk, perfect for breakfast or an indulgent snack. These sweetened condensed milk rolls feature a rich, buttery dough enriched with eggs and vanilla, baked to a golden perfection with a glossy egg wash finish.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Egg Wash
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water (110°F/45°C) and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix thoroughly until fully combined.
- Add Yeast Mixture: Pour the frothy yeast mixture into the large bowl with the wet ingredients and mix well.
- Add Flour Gradually: Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour into the mixture, adding one cup at a time and mixing well after each addition, until a soft dough forms. Adjust by adding more flour if the dough feels too sticky.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky.
- First Rise: Place kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours until it doubles in size.
- Divide Dough: Punch down the risen dough to release gas. Divide it into 12 equal portions and roll each into a smooth ball.
- Arrange Rolls: Place the dough balls on a greased baking sheet or pan, spacing them to allow expansion during the second rise.
- Second Rise: Cover the dough balls with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise again for 30 minutes until doubled in size.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) preparing for baking.
- Prepare Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together one egg and one tablespoon of water to create an egg wash.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the top of each roll with the prepared egg wash to achieve a shiny golden crust when baked.
- Bake Rolls: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until they become golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the rolls from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving to enjoy their softness and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the water temperature for the yeast is around 110°F to activate yeast without killing it.
- If your dough feels too sticky, add flour in small increments to reach the desired consistency.
- Let the rolls cool slightly before slicing to maintain their structure and avoid tearing.
- These rolls freeze well; store cooled rolls in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute whole milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
