The Best Dinner Rolls - Kristine's Kitchen
These fluffy and soft dinner rolls are perfect for any meal. They're easy to make and will impress your family and friends with their buttery, homemade taste.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 stand mixer with dough hook
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper optional
- 1 brush for butter optional
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast 1 packet
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk, warm
- 1 large egg
- as needed tablespoons melted butter for brushing optional
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Add the melted butter and the egg to the yeast mixture, and stir until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt to the mixture. You can use a stand mixer with a dough hook or mix by hand with a spoon until a dough forms.
- If using a stand mixer, knead the dough on medium speed for about 5 minutes or until it is smooth and elastic. If mixing by hand, knead the dough on a floured surface for the same amount of time.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- After the dough has risen, punch it down gently and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced apart.
- Cover the rolls again with the kitchen towel and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes, or until they have doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Once the rolls have risen, brush the tops with melted butter if desired.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add herbs, garlic powder, or cheese to the dough. These rolls can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or frozen for longer storage. Reheat them in a warm oven before serving. Serve with butter, or as an accompaniment to your favorite soups and stews.