Easy Soft Dinner Rolls
Soft dinner rolls are the perfect addition to any meal, transforming ordinary dinners into memorable family gatherings. Warm, buttery, and fluffy in just one hour.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 large egg
For Brushing
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Step 1: Activate the Yeast Combine warm milk and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle yeast over the surface and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Step 2: Mix the Dough Add melted butter and beaten egg to the yeast mixture. Gradually stir in flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
- Step 3: Knead the Dough Turn dough onto lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic (or 5–6 minutes with a stand mixer).
- Step 4: First Rise Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes until doubled.
- Step 5: Shape the Rolls Punch down dough, divide into 12 pieces, and shape each into a ball.
- Step 6: Second Rise Place rolls on greased baking sheet, cover, and let rise for 15 minutes.
- Step 7: Bake Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush rolls with melted butter and bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
- Step 8: Final Touch Brush with remaining melted butter right after baking for a beautiful glossy finish.
Notes
Use whole milk for richer flavor. Ensure milk is comfortably warm—not hot to avoid killing yeast. Serve rolls warm; to refresh, wrap in foil and warm at 300°F for 5 minutes. Freezes well for up to three months.
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 165
- Total Fat: 4.2g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 205mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 27g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 3.5g
- Protein: 5.2g
