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Yeast Dinner Rolls

These yeast dinner rolls are fluffy, soft, and perfect for any meal, bringing warmth and comfort to your table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 1 cup warm milk about 110°F
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Clean kitchen towel
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
  2. Add sugar, melted butter, and egg to the yeast mixture. Stir until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
  5. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  7. Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball.
  8. Place the shaped rolls on a greased baking sheet and cover with a towel. Let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the rolls for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

For extra flavor, brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter before baking.