Description
These Soft Dinner Rolls are fluffy, tender, and perfectly golden brown, making them an ideal homemade bread to accompany any meal. Made with simple ingredients like warm milk, yeast, butter, and flour, these rolls offer a comforting texture with a buttery finish, perfect for holiday sides or everyday dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Yeast Mixture
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Dough
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 large egg
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
Finishing
- Additional melted butter for brushing
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active and ready to use.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add melted butter and egg to the yeast mixture, stirring thoroughly to blend all liquids together.
- Mix the Dough: Gradually add flour and salt to the wet mixture, mixing with a dough hook or wooden spoon until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Knead the dough for 6 to 8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, ensuring proper gluten development for fluffy rolls.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Shape Rolls: Punch down the risen dough to release air. Divide it into 12 equal pieces, shaping each piece into a smooth ball, and arrange them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Second Rise: Cover the shaped rolls, letting them rise again for 30 to 40 minutes until puffy and touching each other, signaling they’re ready to bake.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 18 to 22 minutes, or until they turn golden brown on top.
- Brush with Butter: Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately brush them with melted butter for a shiny, flavorful finish.
- Serve: Allow the rolls to cool slightly before serving warm alongside your favorite dishes.
Notes
- Prepare ahead by shaping and refrigerating the rolls overnight before the second rise. Let them come to room temperature and rise before baking.
- Baked rolls can be frozen and reheated as needed, maintaining freshness and texture.
