Description
Soft, buttery, and perfectly golden, these Fluffy Dinner Rolls are a must-have for any meal—from quick breakfasts to hearty dinners. Their light, airy texture and rich, buttery flavor make them the perfect addition to holiday feasts or casual weeknight dinners. Whether you’re dipping them into soups, making mini sandwiches, or enjoying one warm with a slather of butter, these homemade rolls hit the spot. This easy recipe is a fantastic go-to for any home cook looking to master a fluffy, bakery-style roll at home. Perfect for holiday meals, easy dinners, potlucks, or breakfast ideas, this simple, satisfying bake fits right into your rotation of food ideas and go-to easy recipes.
Ingredients
1 cup warm whole milk
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/4 cup granulated sugar
3 1/2 cups bread flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (plus more for brushing)
Instructions
1. Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl and let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and eggs. Add yeast mixture and mix to form dough.
3. Add butter and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
5. Punch down dough, divide into 12–16 portions, and shape into balls.
6. Arrange rolls in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30–45 minutes.
7. Preheat oven to 375°F and bake rolls for 18–20 minutes until golden brown.
8. Brush immediately with melted butter before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt or herbs on top before baking.
Don’t skip the second rise—it’s what gives the rolls their airy texture.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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