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Homemade Dinner Rolls

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These homemade dinner rolls are soft, fluffy, and buttery with a golden top. They’re perfect for any meal, from holiday feasts to weeknight dinners, and are surprisingly easy to make.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus more as needed)
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (plus more for brushing)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup warm water (about 110°F)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm water, 1 tsp sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, melted butter, remaining sugar, salt, and eggs. Stir in the yeast mixture.
  3. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5–6 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  5. Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and divide it into 12–16 equal portions. Shape each into a ball and place in a greased baking dish.
  7. Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
  8. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 15–18 minutes or until tops are golden brown.
  9. Brush warm rolls with melted butter before serving.

Notes

  • Use instant yeast as a substitute by skipping the proofing step.
  • Substitute half the flour with whole wheat flour for a heartier roll.
  • Add herbs or garlic powder for a savory variation.
  • For sweeter rolls, increase sugar and brush with honey butter after baking.
  • Make ahead by shaping and refrigerating the rolls overnight, then rise and bake the next day.

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