Find the 4 Leaf Clover Rolls
Add a touch of whimsy and charm to your table with these soft and golden "Find the 4 Leaf Clover Rolls." Perfect for family dinners or festive occasions, these unique rolls are shaped like cloverleaves, symbolizing luck and abundance. Made with a buttery, tender dough flavored with warm milk and lightly sweetened with sugar, these rolls are as fluffy as they are flavorful. The step-by-step process includes kneading the dough to perfection and arranging three small dough balls in muffin cups to form the iconic cloverleaf design. Brushed with melted butter for a glossy finish, they bake to a beautiful golden brown in just 15 minutes. Serve warm for a stunning side dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Ideal for St. Patrick's Day menus or any gathering, these clover rolls are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 unit large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for brushing
- 1 as needed nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
In the bowl of a stand mixer or a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix until well combined.
Add the warm milk, melted butter, and egg to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
Gradually add the remaining 1 cup of flour, a little at a time, until the dough comes together and is slightly sticky but manageable.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use the dough hook attachment on a stand mixer for 5-6 minutes.
Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl, covering with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 1 hour, or until the dough doubles in size.
Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
Punch down the risen dough to release air. Divide it into 36 equal pieces (approximately 1-inch balls).
Place three dough balls into each muffin cup, arranging them so they fit snugly together, forming a cloverleaf shape.
Cover the muffin tin with a kitchen towel and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes, until puffy.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter for a golden, glossy finish.
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown on top and baked through.
Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly before carefully removing them from the muffin tin. Optionally, brush with more melted butter while warm.
Serve these soft and lucky 4 Leaf Clover Rolls warm as a delightful addition to your meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2760 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 88.2 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.3 g | 246% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 393 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 2554 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 419.2 g | 152% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.9 g | ||
| Protein | 67.5 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 421 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 23.6 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 1047 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.
