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Soft dinner rolls with a golden-brown top, fresh from the oven.

Dinner Rolls (Soft)

These soft and fluffy dinner rolls are a perfect accompaniment to any meal, ready in a swift 45 minutes. Enjoy them warm, straight from the oven, with a generous pat of butter.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk warm (105-115°F)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg
Egg Wash
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon water

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • 9x13 inch baking pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt, then set aside.
  2. Gently warm the milk and butter in a microwave-safe bowl until the butter is melted; ensure the mixture is warm but not hot.
Mixing
  1. Whisk the egg into the warm milk mixture, then pour this into the dry ingredients.
  2. Mix everything with a wooden spoon for 2-3 minutes until a shaggy dough forms, then cover the bowl and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Kneading
  1. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic, adding a bit more flour if too sticky.
Forming and Proofing
  1. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces, shape each into a smooth ball, and arrange them in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap and let the rolls proof in a warm place for about 15-20 minutes, or until they have nearly doubled in size.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C), then prepare an egg wash by whisking an egg yolk with a tablespoon of water.
  2. Brush the tops of the proofed rolls with the egg wash and bake for 12-15 minutes, until they are golden brown.
Finishing
  1. Once baked, remove the rolls from the oven and brush them with melted butter for a richer flavor and softer crust.
  2. Serve the rolls warm and enjoy their softness and fluffiness.

Notes

For best results, make sure your milk is warm but not hot, as too much heat can kill the yeast. If you don't have instant yeast, you can use active dry yeast, but it will require proofing in warm milk for 5-10 minutes before adding to the dry ingredients.