Super Easy 2 Hour Homemade Rolls
Soft, fluffy, and ready in just two hours, these Super Easy 2 Hour Homemade Rolls are the perfect addition to any meal! Whether you're a beginner baker or short on time, this recipe combines simple ingredients—like warm water, active dry yeast, and all-purpose flour—with straightforward techniques to create bakery-quality rolls right in your own kitchen. The dough comes together effortlessly and rises to perfection, giving you light, airy rolls with a golden, buttery finish. Ideal for holidays, weeknight dinners, or last-minute gatherings, these rolls are as versatile as they are irresistible. Serve them warm and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 cup Milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Butter (for brushing rolls)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine warm water, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy.
In a small saucepan, heat the milk and unsalted butter over low heat until the butter is just melted. Remove from heat and let it cool to lukewarm temperature.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture, cooled milk mixture, salt, and 2 cups of flour. Stir well until smooth.
Gradually add the remaining 2 cups of flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for about 5-6 minutes.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, turning once to coat. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a clean surface. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and arrange the dough balls evenly in the dish. Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes or until puffy.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately brush the tops with the reserved melted butter for a glossy finish.
Let the rolls cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1874 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.9 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 103 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 378.1 g | 137% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 57.7 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 370 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 895 mg | 19% | |
*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.
