Homemade Hot Rolls
Buttery, pillowy, and irresistibly fresh, these Homemade Hot Rolls are the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. Made with a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and a touch of sugar, this recipe combines simplicity with rich, homemade flavor. The rolls boast a soft, airy texture thanks to a double rise—first to allow the yeast to work its magic, and a second for perfectly fluffy results. With only 20 minutes of prep time, these golden-brown rolls are baked to perfection and made even better with a finishing brush of melted butter. Perfect for family dinners, holiday feasts, or as a snack straight out of the oven, these warm, crowd-pleasing rolls will quickly become a baking favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Warm water
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 1 large Egg
Instructions
In a small bowl, dissolve 1 packet of active dry yeast in 1 cup of warm water (around 110°F) along with 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
In a small saucepan, combine 0.5 cup of milk, 0.25 cup of unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Heat over low until the butter is melted but do not bring to a boil. Let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture and the slightly cooled milk mixture. Add 1 large egg and mix well.
Gradually add 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing with a wooden spoon or dough hook attachment on a stand mixer. Once the dough pulls together and is no longer sticky, transfer it to a lightly floured surface.
Knead the dough by hand for about 8 minutes (or 5 minutes if using a stand mixer with a dough hook), until it is smooth and elastic.
Lightly grease a large bowl with oil or butter, place the dough in the bowl, and cover with a damp kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and turn it onto a floured surface. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
Place the dough balls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish or on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise again for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
Optional: Brush the tops of the hot rolls with melted butter immediately after removing them from the oven for an extra soft and flavorful finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.2 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 174 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 65 mg | 1% | |
*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.
