Description
When you want bread that feels like a warm hug, these soft dinner rolls are your answer. Buttery, pillowy, and easy enough for any home baker, they’re the kind of rolls that get passed around the table with quiet “mmms” and happy sighs. Whether it’s a holiday feast or Tuesday soup night, these rolls make it special. And the best part? No fancy tools, just simple love-kneaded dough, a little patience, and a golden finish that makes you beam.
Ingredients
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3½ cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
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1 cup warm milk (110°F)
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
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1 large egg (room temp)
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¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 tsp salt
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Extra butter, for brushing
Instructions
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Proof yeast: Mix warm milk and sugar in a bowl. Sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit 5–10 mins until foamy.
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Mix dough: Add butter, egg, salt, and 2 cups flour. Mix into a shaggy dough.
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Add flour & knead: Gradually mix in remaining flour until soft, slightly tacky dough forms. Knead 8–10 mins until smooth and elastic.
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First rise: Place in greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hrs, until doubled.
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Shape rolls: Punch down dough. Divide into 12–16 pieces. Shape into balls and place in a greased 9×13″ pan.
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Second rise: Cover loosely. Let rise 30–45 mins until puffy and touching.
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Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake 15–20 mins until golden brown.
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Butter finish: Brush warm rolls with melted butter. Let cool 5 mins before serving (if you can wait!).
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 15–20 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Protein: 4g