Fluffy Butter Dinner Rolls
Soft, pillowy, and utterly irresistible, these Fluffy Butter Dinner Rolls are the perfect addition to any meal. Made with wholesome ingredients like whole milk, unsalted butter, and a touch of sugar, these rolls have a rich, buttery flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will steal the spotlight at your dinner table. The recipe combines simple, foolproof steps—including a hands-on kneading technique and a warm rise for maximum fluffiness—making it accessible for bakers of all levels. Finished with a golden crust brushed with melted butter, these rolls are the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for holiday feasts, weeknight dinners, or as a snack straight out of the oven, this versatile recipe yields 12 rolls that will disappear in no time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 3.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Butter (for brushing)
Instructions
Warm the milk in a small saucepan until it reaches about 110°F (lukewarm). Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of butter until melted. Stir in the granulated sugar and sprinkle the yeast over the surface. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour and the salt. Stir to combine.
Add the milk and yeast mixture to the flour mixture, followed by the egg. Mix with a wooden spoon or a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes (or 5 minutes with a stand mixer) until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup of flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.
Lightly grease a large bowl with oil or butter. Place the dough in the bowl, turning it once to coat. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth ball by pulling the dough edges down and pinching them underneath.
Place the rolled dough balls into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish or two round 9-inch pans, spaced slightly apart. Cover with a towel or plastic wrap and let rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until puffy and nearly doubled in size.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and brush it over the tops of the freshly baked rolls for a shiny, flavorful finish.
Serve warm and enjoy these fluffy butter dinner rolls!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
199 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.1 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 178 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 72 mg | 2% | |
*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.
