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Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls are soft, fluffy, and perfect for any meal. With a simple combination of flour, yeast, milk, and butter, these rolls rise beautifully and bake to a golden brown, making a delicious addition to your dinner table.

Ingredients

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 (plus extra for brushing)
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: Combine the warm milk, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Stir the melted butter, egg, and salt into the yeast mixture until well combined.
  3. Incorporate Flour: Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition until a soft dough forms.
  4. Knead Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic, which helps develop the gluten for a chewy texture.
  5. First Rise: Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
  6. Shape Rolls: Punch down the risen dough to release air, divide it into 12 equal portions, and shape each portion into a round ball.
  7. Second Rise: Arrange the dough balls on a greased baking sheet or in a 9×13-inch dish. Cover with a cloth and allow to rise for another 30 minutes until puffy.
  8. Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and cooked through.
  9. Finish: Remove the rolls from the oven and brush the tops with melted butter to give them a shiny, soft crust. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Ensure the milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Extra flour may be needed during kneading, but avoid adding too much to keep rolls soft.
  • Brushing with butter after baking adds flavor and a beautiful sheen.
  • These rolls can be frozen after shaping and before the second rise for later baking.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute whole milk or add a bit of honey instead of sugar.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/easy-homemade-dinner-rolls-recipe-2/