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dinner rolls

Soft Dinner Rolls

Soft, fluffy homemade yeast rolls brushed with butter. Makes 8 rolls with two short rises.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rising Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon butter for brushing

Method
 

  1. Stir the warm milk, sugar and yeast together in a large bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes, until foamy.
  2. Add the melted butter, salt and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead on a lightly floured surface for 5–7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place in a greased bowl, cover and let rise in a warm spot for 30–40 minutes, until doubled.
  5. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces, shape them into balls and arrange in a greased 9-inch round or 8x8-inch baking dish.
  6. Cover and let rise for 10–15 minutes while the oven preheats to 375°F.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden on top.
  8. Brush with butter right away and serve warm.

Notes

  • Brush with garlic butter for savory rolls.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of honey to the dough for slightly sweeter rolls.
  • Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before baking.