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Super Soft and Fluffy Homemade Dinner Rolls

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Create incredibly soft, buttery dinner rolls from scratch. This easy yeast bread recipe yields fluffy golden rolls perfect for any family meal or holiday gathering, tasting much better than store-bought options.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

Instructions

  1. Combine the warm water and yeast in a large bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy. This activates the yeast.
  2. Stir the sugar, warm milk, 1/4 cup melted butter, and beaten egg into the yeast mixture.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 1/2 cups of the flour and the salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5 to 7 minutes, adding more flour only if the dough is too sticky to handle. The dough should be smooth and elastic.
  6. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  7. Gently punch down the risen dough. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
  8. Arrange the dough balls in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan, leaving about 1 inch between them.
  9. Cover the pan loosely and let the rolls rise again for 30 to 45 minutes, or until puffy.
  10. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  11. Bake the rolls for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
  12. Immediately brush the tops of the hot rolls generously with the remaining 4 tablespoons of melted butter.
  13. Serve the warm bread side dish immediately for the best flavor.

Notes

  • For a quick dinner side dish, you can reduce the second rise time slightly if your kitchen is warm, but do not skip the rising steps for fluffy rolls.
  • If you want sweet honey rolls, add 2 tablespoons of honey to the wet ingredients along with the sugar.
  • These rolls freeze well after baking. Cool completely, place in an airtight container, and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through.

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