Description
These homemade yeast rolls are incredibly soft, fluffy, and buttery. They’re perfect for dinner, sandwiches, or as a holiday side. Made with simple ingredients, these rolls have a light texture and a slight sweetness that makes them irresistible!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra if needed)
- For Brushing:
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
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- Step 1: Activate the Yeast
- In a large bowl, whisk together warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Step 2: Make the Dough
- Add the remaining sugar, melted butter, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine.
- Gradually mix in flour, 1 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes (or in a stand mixer for 5 minutes) until smooth and elastic.
- Step 3: First Rise
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Step 4: Shape & Second Rise
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 12-15 equal pieces. Shape into smooth balls and place in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
- Step 5: Bake & Serve
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Brush with melted butter while warm and serve!
Notes
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- Make ahead: Refrigerate the dough overnight after the first rise. Let it come to room temperature before shaping.
- For extra softness, use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or freeze for 2 months.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~160
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg