Hard Rolls Using a Stand Mixer
Craft bakery-style perfection at home with these Hard Rolls Using a Stand Mixer—a foolproof recipe designed for both seasoned bakers and beginners alike. These golden, crusty rolls boast a chewy exterior with a soft, airy center, achieved through classic steam baking and precise stand mixer kneading. With simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and melted butter, this recipe transforms humble ingredients into a bakery-quality treat. Ready in just under 2 hours, these rolls are perfect for sandwiches, soups, or as a bread basket centerpiece for any meal. Follow the easy step-by-step process, from shaping to creating a steam-infused oven, to achieve irresistibly crusty, artisanal results.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1.5 cups Warm water (110–115°F)
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil or cooking spray
Instructions
Attach the dough hook to your stand mixer. In the mixer's bowl, combine 3 3/4 cups of flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
Add the warm water and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Turn the mixer to a low speed and let it mix until the ingredients are just combined.
Gradually increase the mixer speed to medium-low and knead the dough for 7-8 minutes. If the dough is too sticky, add the remaining 1/4 cup of flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl but remains slightly tacky.
Lightly grease a large mixing bowl with vegetable oil or cooking spray. Transfer the dough to the greased bowl, turning it to coat the surface. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release air bubbles. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a round ball, tucking edges under to create a smooth surface.
Place the shaped rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart. Cover loosely with a clean kitchen towel and let rise for another 30-40 minutes, or until they've puffed up slightly.
While the rolls are rising, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place an empty baking pan on the lower rack of the oven.
When ready to bake, boil about 1 cup of water. Place the rolls on the middle rack; at the same time, pour the boiling water into the empty pan on the lower rack to create steam. Quickly close the oven door.
Bake the rolls for 18-22 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Transfer the rolls to a wire rack to cool. Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 44.2 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.3 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 4733 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 381.8 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 52.9 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 22.7 mg | 126% | |
| Potassium | 603 mg | 13% | |
*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.
