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Easy Dinner Rolls Recipe

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 180
Soft, fluffy dinner rolls perfect for any meal, made with simple ingredients and easy steps.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup whole milk (warm, about 110°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (or 1 packet)
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 large egg egg (room temperature)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (to brush)

Instructions 

  • Mix warm milk, yeast, and sugar; let sit 3-5 mins until bubbly.
  • Add melted butter, egg, salt, and half of the flour; mix well.
  • Gradually add remaining flour; knead for 3-5 mins until smooth.
  • Let dough rise covered for 2 hours or until doubled in size.
  • Punch down dough, shape into 12 balls, place in greased pan, and let rise 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F, bake rolls 20-25 mins, then brush with melted butter.

Notes

For softer rolls, brush with butter immediately after baking.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bread