French Onion Rolls
Elevate your bread game with these irresistibly soft and flavorful French Onion Rolls, a delightful twist on classic dinner rolls. Packed with the rich taste of deeply caramelized onions, these golden beauties are the perfect blend of savory sweetness and fluffy texture. The dough, enriched with warm milk, butter, and a hint of vegetable oil, is kneaded to perfection and infused with the onions, creating layers of aromatic flavor in every bite. Whether served alongside soups, stews, or used as the base for your favorite sandwiches, these rolls bring gourmet flair to your table. With a quick rise time and easy-to-follow steps, they’re ideal for both special occasions and weeknight dinners. Don't forget to top them with a sprinkle of caramelized onions for that bakery-style finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 medium Yellow onion
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the onions.
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions and sugar, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes or until the onions are deeply caramelized.
Remove the onions from heat and let them cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and salt. Mix well.
In a small saucepan, heat the milk, water, 2 tablespoons of butter, and vegetable oil over low heat until the mixture is warm (around 110°F/43°C).
Add the warm milk mixture to the dry ingredients. Crack in the egg and mix until a soft dough begins to form.
Fold in the caramelized onions (reserving a small amount for topping, if desired) and knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into a round ball and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
Cover the rolls with the kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the rolls for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Brush the finished rolls with a bit of melted butter and sprinkle with the reserved caramelized onions, if using.
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2730 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 92.3 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.6 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 4954 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 406.6 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 70.1 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 464 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 24.0 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 1379 mg | 29% | |
*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.
