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A basket of freshly baked golden brown dinner rolls.

How to Grow 3 Perfect Dinner Rolls

This recipe guides you through making light and fluffy dinner rolls, perfect for any meal. The process involves activating yeast, kneading dough, and allowing ample time for rising to achieve a soft texture.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 egg
Egg Wash
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon water

Equipment

  • small bowl
  • large bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar; let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy to activate the yeast.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  3. Pour the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg into the dry ingredients and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Kneading and First Rise
  1. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  2. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Shaping and Second Rise
  1. Gently punch down the dough, divide it into 12 equal pieces, and shape each piece into a smooth ball.
  2. Arrange the rolls in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare an egg wash by whisking one egg with a tablespoon of water.
  2. Brush the tops of the risen rolls with the egg wash.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and cooked through.

Notes

For extra flavor, brush the hot rolls with a little melted butter immediately after taking them out of the oven.