Light and Easy Dinner Rolls
Soft, fluffy, and utterly comforting, these Light and Easy Dinner Rolls are the perfect addition to any meal, from weeknight dinners to holiday feasts. With just a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and a touch of sugar, this recipe comes together effortlessly in under an hour. The warm milk and butter create an irresistibly tender crumb, while a quick knead ensures the dough is smooth and elastic. These classic rolls rise beautifully and bake to golden perfection, finished with a glossy brush of melted butter for that bakery-quality touch. Whether served warm with butter or sopped up with your favorite soup, these homemade dinner rolls promise to steal the spotlight at your table. Perfect for feeding a crowd—this recipe yields 12 rolls that are as delicious as they are easy to make!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Water
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Melted butter
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of the flour, the sugar, yeast, and salt.
In a small saucepan, heat the milk, butter, and water over low heat until the mixture is warm but not hot (approximately 110°F/43°C). Stir to melt the butter.
Pour the warm liquid into the flour mixture. Add the egg and mix until well combined.
Gradually add the remaining 1 cup of flour, 1/4 cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but pull away from the sides of the bowl.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal-sized pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball and place them on a greased 9x13-inch baking dish or sheet pan, evenly spaced.
Cover the rolls again and let them rise for an additional 20-25 minutes until puffed up.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the rolls for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
Remove the rolls from the oven and brush them with melted butter for a glossy finish.
Let the rolls cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with butter or your favorite toppings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2187 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 79.7 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.7 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 405 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 2580 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 314.5 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.6 g | ||
| Protein | 55.3 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 396 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 917 mg | 20% | |
*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.
