Description
Deliciously buttery and soft dinner rolls that pair perfectly with any meal, easy to make with tips for achieving the perfect texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 cup warm milk (105–115°F)
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (one packet)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened, plus 2 tbsp melted for brushing
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- Optional mix-ins: 2 cloves sautéed garlic, 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs, or 1/2 cup grated cheddar
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: Whisk the warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Wait 5–10 minutes until the mixture turns foamy.
- Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Then add the softened butter, egg, and foamy yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1–1 1/2 hours, or until doubled.
- Shape the rolls: Punch down the dough gently, divide into 12 equal pieces, and shape each into a smooth ball. Place them in a buttered baking pan, leaving slight gaps for expansion.
- Second rise: Cover the pan and let the rolls rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the tops with melted butter and bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
- Finish: Remove from the oven and brush again with melted butter. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Small variations in ingredients can lead to new flavors; experiment with different herbs and cheeses. Keep dough slightly tacky for light rolls.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 22
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: dinner rolls, bread, baking, comfort food
