Delicious Yeast Rolls
Soft, fluffy, and irresistibly buttery, these Delicious Yeast Rolls are the ultimate homemade bread recipe that will make your kitchen smell like a bakery. Perfect for family dinners, holiday feasts, or casual brunches, these rolls boast a pillowy texture and are made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and active dry yeast. The dough is kneaded to silky perfection and proofed twice to ensure an airy interior and just the right hint of sweetness. Brushed with melted butter straight out of the oven, these golden rolls are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ready in under 2 hours and designed to make 12 generous servings, this recipe is your go-to for fresh, warm, homemade bread that pairs perfectly with any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 4.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons butter, for brushing (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast and 1 tablespoon of sugar in the warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture is foamy.
Heat the milk in a small saucepan or the microwave until warm but not hot (about 100°Fâ110°F). Stir the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar and melted butter into the milk.
Add the milk mixture and beaten egg to the yeast mixture, stirring until combined.
Gradually add 3 cups of the flour and the salt to the wet ingredients. Stir to form a sticky dough, then add the remaining flour 1/2 cup at a time until the dough comes together and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Grease a large bowl with a small amount of oil or butter. Place the dough in the bowl, turning it to coat, and cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free area for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Turn it out onto a floured surface and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
Shape each piece into a smooth round ball and place them on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet or in a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cover the shaped rolls with a kitchen towel and let them rise again for about 30-40 minutes, until they double in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once the rolls have risen, bake them for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter, if desired, for extra flavor and shine.
Serve warm and enjoy these delicious yeast rolls with butter or any topping of your choice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2962 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.6 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.9 g | 254% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 3896 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 464.3 g | 169% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.1 g | ||
| Protein | 73.5 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 422 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 26.3 mg | 146% | |
| Potassium | 1175 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
