The Best Soft and Fluffy Homemade Dinner Rolls
These pillowy-soft homemade dinner rolls are the ultimate addition to any meal. Buttery, slightly sweet, and incredibly fluffy, they are surprisingly easy to make from scratch!
Ingredients
1 packet active dry yeast
1 ¼ cups warm milk (about 105-110 degrees F)
⅓ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup unsalted butter, room temperature (½ stick)
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 ½ – 4 cups all-purpose flour plus more for kneading
3 Tablespoon unsalted butter, melted for topping
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, add milk and sugar, sprinkle yeast over it. Let the yeast set until foamy, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the yeast mixture to a large mixing bowl. Then add ¼ cup butter, egg, salt, and 2 cups flour. Beat the mixture on medium speed until batter is smooth.
3. Gradually add flour until a soft ball of dough forms. Then increase speed on mixer to medium-high and beat for 2-3 minutes longer. Dough should be tacky, but not sticky.
4. Lightly grease a large bowl and place dough in ball, turning once to coat. Cover and set in a warm place to rise until doubled, about 45-60 minutes.
5. Punch the dough down gently. Lightly flour work surface and turn dough out. Knead lightly if necessary.
6. Roll dough out to a 12×8 inch rectangle, ½ inch thick. Cut into 24-30 even pieces.
7. Transfer rolls to prepared baking sheets. Cover and let rise until almost doubled, about 45-60 minutes.
8. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and brush with melted butter.
Notes
Ensure your milk is between 105-110°F; too hot will kill the yeast, too cold won’t activate it.
If your kitchen is cold, let the dough rise in an oven that is turned OFF with the light on.
Store leftovers in an airtight bag for up to 3 days.