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Guaranteed Fluffy Dinner Rolls: Soft Homemade Bread Rolls

A white baking dish filled with golden brown, glistening fluffy dinner rolls, one roll pulled slightly apart showing the soft interior.
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Follow this simple recipe to create pillowy soft bread rolls that are perfect for any dinner. This enriched dough yields light and airy buns every time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed to 105-115°F
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (one standard packet)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting

Instructions

  1. Combine the warm milk and yeast in a large bowl. Let it stand for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy. This confirms your yeast is active.
  2. Stir the sugar into the yeast mixture.
  3. Add the softened butter, egg, and salt to the bowl. Mix until just combined.
  4. Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Start with 3 1/2 cups. The dough will become shaggy.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add the remaining flour sparingly, only as needed to prevent sticking.
  6. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it once to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel.
  7. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size. This first rise develops flavor and structure.
  8. Gently punch down the risen dough. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.
  9. Roll each piece into a smooth ball. Arrange the balls in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan, leaving about 1 inch between them for expansion.
  10. Cover the pan loosely and let the rolls proof (second rise) for 30 to 45 minutes, or until they look puffy.
  11. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) during the last 15 minutes of the second rise.
  12. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
  13. For extra buttery flavor, brush the tops immediately with melted butter as soon as they come out of the oven. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For the softest rolls, use room temperature ingredients, especially the egg and milk.
  • Do not over-knead the dough once it is mostly smooth; over-kneading can develop too much gluten, resulting in tough rolls.
  • If you want tear and share rolls, place them closer together in the pan before the second rise.

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