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The Ultimate Quick & Fluffy Buttery Dinner Rolls (Ready in 1 Hour)

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You can make incredibly soft, fluffy, and buttery dinner rolls from scratch in about one hour. This easy yeast roll recipe uses basic ingredients to deliver warm, melt-in-your-mouth homemade bread perfect for any meal or holiday gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted, plus 4 tablespoons for brushing
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let this mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes foamy. This shows the yeast is active.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: Whisk the melted butter and the beaten egg into the yeast mixture.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  4. Form the dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  5. Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. It should be soft.
  6. First rise (Quick Proof): Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning once to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rise in a warm spot for 30 minutes, or until it has nearly doubled in size.
  7. Shape the rolls: Gently punch down the risen dough. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball. Place the balls into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, leaving about 1 inch of space between them.
  8. Second rise: Cover the pan loosely and let the rolls rise again in a warm place for 15 to 20 minutes. They should look puffy.
  9. Preheat and bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  10. Bake: Bake the rolls for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
  11. Brush with butter: While the rolls are hot, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter. Brush the melted butter generously over the tops of the warm dinner rolls.
  12. Serve: Serve immediately for the best soft, buttery texture.

Notes

  • For an extra soft texture, cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel while they cool slightly after baking. The trapped steam keeps them tender.
  • If you prefer a slightly sweet roll, you can increase the sugar in the dough to 1/3 cup.
  • You can use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour for a slightly chewier texture.

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