Easy and Quick 40-minute Dinner Rolls

These 40-minute dinner rolls are soft, fluffy, and perfect for any meal. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can have fresh homemade rolls on the table in no time. Whether you're serving them with butter, using them for sandwiches, or enjoying them alongside a hearty soup, these dinner rolls are sure to impress.

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 and 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup warm milk (around 110°F)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg, beaten

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. Add the warm milk, melted butter, and beaten egg to the dry ingredients.
3. Mix until a soft dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough back in the mixing bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rest for 10 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. After resting, punch down the dough to release any air bubbles.
8. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
9. Arrange the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
10. Cover the rolls with the kitchen towel and let them rise for another 10 minutes.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown.
12. Remove from the oven and brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter, if desired.
13. Allow the rolls to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

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