Perfect Yeast Rolls
Soft, fluffy, and irresistibly buttery, these Perfect Yeast Rolls are the ultimate addition to any meal! Made with simple pantry staples like warm milk, active dry yeast, and all-purpose flour, these rolls achieve a melt-in-your-mouth texture thanks to a delicate balance of kneading, rising, and baking to golden perfection. With just a hint of sweetness and a beautifully tender crumb, they’re the ideal dinner rolls for holiday feasts, Sunday brunches, or weeknight dinners. Plus, a brush of melted butter fresh out of the oven takes them to the next level of homemade deliciousness. Ready in under 2 hours and perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, these foolproof yeast rolls are guaranteed to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Warm milk
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 Large egg
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Additional butter for brushing (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine warm milk (about 100-110°F), sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the foamy yeast mixture with melted butter, egg, 2 cups of flour, and salt. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/4 cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough is formed. The dough should be slightly tacky but not overly sticky.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth ball and place them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish or on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cover the rolls with a towel and let them rise again for 30-40 minutes, or until they double in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once the rolls have risen, bake them for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and brush the tops with additional melted butter, if desired.
Allow the rolls to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your light, fluffy, and buttery homemade rolls!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.7 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.8 g | 244% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 2734 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 314.9 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.2 g | ||
| Protein | 54.9 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 404 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 982 mg | 21% | |
*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.
