Description
“These soft and buttery homemade rolls are light, fluffy, and irresistibly tender with a golden crust. Perfect for holiday feasts or everyday meals, this easy recipe guarantees bakery-quality rolls every time!”
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup warm milk (110°F)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
Instructions
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Activate the Yeast
- In a small bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
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Mix the Dough
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
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Knead the Dough
- Knead on a lightly floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic, or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5 minutes.
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First Rise
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
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Shape the Rolls
- Punch down the dough and divide into 12 equal portions. Shape into balls and place in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Second Rise
- Cover and let rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
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Bake
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
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Brush with Butter
- Brush freshly baked rolls with melted butter for extra flavor.
Notes
- Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare dough in advance and refrigerate after the first rise. Bring to room temperature before shaping and baking.
- Storage: Keep at room temperature for 3 days, refrigerate for 5 days, or freeze for 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm in a 300°F oven for 5–10 minutes or microwave for 15–20 seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- rise time: 1 h 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: bread, rolls
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: homemade rolls, soft dinner rolls, buttery rolls, easy bread recipe, fluffy rolls