These soft and fluffy buttery dinner rolls are the perfect addition to any meal. Made with simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to follow and results in irresistibly tender and buttery rolls that everyone will love. These rolls are perfect for serving alongside roasts, stews, or as delicious sliders. The rolls are lightly sweet, making them a great option for breakfast or brunch as well. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the taste of homemade, fresh-out-of-the-oven rolls.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Pour the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg into the dry ingredients.
- Using a wooden spoon or a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment, mix until a soft dough forms.
- Place the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Grease a large bowl with butter and place the dough in it. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into equal-sized portions. Shape each portion into a ball and arrange them in a greased baking dish.
- Cover the dish with the kitchen towel and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown on top.
- Remove the rolls from the oven and brush the tops with melted butter for added flavor and shine.
- Serve the rolls warm and enjoy!
