Easy Make Ahead Cloverleaf Dinner Rolls
Soft, buttery, and beautifully golden, these Easy Make Ahead Cloverleaf Dinner Rolls are a must-have addition to your holiday table or weeknight dinner spread. Perfectly fluffy and lightly sweetened, these homemade rolls feature a three-ball cloverleaf design that bakes up impressively in a muffin tin. With a preparation time of just 25 minutes and the convenience of making the dough ahead of time, this recipe is ideal for stress-free entertaining. Using pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and milk, these rolls combine simplicity with show-stopping appeal. Brush them with melted butter for an extra touch of indulgence, and serve them warm to complete a comforting meal your family will adore. Ideal keywords: easy cloverleaf dinner rolls, make-ahead rolls, fluffy bread recipe, holiday bread ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 5 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 unit Large egg
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons Optional melted butter for brushing
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of the all-purpose flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix well to combine.
In a small saucepan, heat the milk and 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm but not hot (110-115°F).
Add the warm milk mixture and the egg to the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Stir until well combined.
Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms. The dough should pull away from the sides of the bowl but still be slightly sticky.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 6-8 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a large bowl lightly coated with nonstick cooking spray. Cover with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-1.5 hours.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 36 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a smooth ball by rolling it between your hands.
Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray. Place 3 dough balls into each muffin cup to create the cloverleaf shape.
Cover the muffin tin with plastic wrap and allow the rolls to rise again in a warm place for 30-45 minutes, or until the dough has puffed and fills the cups.
To make ahead: After shaping and placing in the muffin tin, cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. Allow the rolls to come to room temperature and rise before baking.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
Remove the rolls from the muffin tin and brush with the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.1 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.6 g | 283% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 433 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 2545 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 418.5 g | 152% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.6 g | ||
| Protein | 67.6 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 418 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 23.6 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 1050 mg | 22% | |
*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.
