Dinner Rolls
About This Dinner Rolls
This dinner rolls recipe is perfect for both beginners and experienced bakers seeking reliable, delicious results every single time. Whether you're baking for a special occasion, preparing a family treat, or simply indulging your cravings, this recipe delivers consistent, bakery-quality results with straightforward techniques and common pantry ingredients. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity - no complicated methods, no obscure ingredients, just pure baking satisfaction.
What Makes This Dinner Rolls Special
What makes this dinner rolls truly exceptional is the perfect balance of flavors and textures that come together effortlessly. You'll love how easy it is to achieve professional results, even on your first attempt.
Key Techniques for Success
This recipe has been tested and perfected to ensure success, with clear step-by-step instructions that guide you through every stage of the baking process. The wonderful aroma that fills your kitchen as these bake will have everyone eagerly gathering around, and the first bite will confirm that homemade truly is better. Perfect for everyday enjoyment, special celebrations, gift-giving, or sharing with friends and family, this recipe will quickly become one of your most trusted and frequently used baking favorites.
Perfect for Every Occasion
With minimal prep time and maximum flavor impact, you'll wonder why you haven't been making these all along.
Ingredients
- 480g (4 cups) All-purpose flour
- 240ml (1 cup) Whole milk, warmed
- 85g (6 tbsp) Unsalted butter, melted
- 50g (¼ cup) Granulated sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 2¼ tsp Instant yeast
- 1½ tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Melted butter for brushing
Quick Info
- Total Time:
- 120 min
- Difficulty:
- Easy
- Servings:
- 16
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Add eggs, melted butter, salt, and 2 cups flour. Mix until smooth.
- 3
Gradually add remaining flour until a soft dough forms. Knead 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour until doubled.
- 5
Punch down dough and divide into 16 equal pieces. Shape each into a ball.
- 6
Place rolls in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan, spacing evenly. Cover and let rise 45 minutes.
- 7
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 8
Bake 15-18 minutes until golden brown on top.
- 9
Brush immediately with melted butter. Serve warm.
Pro Tips
- •Make sure milk is warm but not hot - about 110°F is perfect.
- •Don't skip brushing with butter - it keeps rolls soft and adds flavor.
- •For the softest rolls, don't overbake. Remove when just golden.
- •Rolls are best served warm but stay soft for 2-3 days in an airtight container.
Variations
Add herbs and garlic for garlic herb rolls. Brush with honey butter for sweet rolls. Make them into slider buns.
