French Bread Rolls
Discover the joy of homemade bread with these soft and fluffy French Bread Rolls, perfect for any occasion! Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and a touch of sugar, these rolls boast a wonderfully light texture and a slightly crisp golden crust. The dough comes together effortlessly with just a bit of kneading, and the result is bakery-quality bread right from your own kitchen. Ready in under 2 hours, including rise and bake time, these versatile rolls are great for dinner, sandwiches, or simply enjoyed warm with butter. Customize the crust—brushed with water for crispness or butter for a softer finish—to suit your taste. Baking these classic French Bread Rolls is a rewarding and beginner-friendly way to elevate your meals with homemade charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml warm water
- 2.25 tsp active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 480 g all-purpose flour
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy and bubbly.
Add the vegetable oil, salt, and 2 cups (about 260g) of flour to the yeast mixture. Mix well until a sticky dough forms.
Gradually add the remaining flour, about 1/4 cup (30g) at a time, while stirring or kneading, until the dough is no longer sticky and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Knead it by hand for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for about 5 minutes.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Punch the dough down to release any air bubbles. Divide it into 12 equal portions and shape each portion into a smooth ball.
Arrange the dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Cover them again with the kitchen towel and let them rise for 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Just before baking, you can brush the tops of the rolls with water for a crispier crust, or with melted butter for a softer, golden crust.
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3548 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 391.3 g | 142% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.0 g | ||
| Protein | 49.6 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 515 mg | 11% | |
*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.
