The BEST Dinner Rolls
These dinner rolls are soft, airy, and full of flavor, made simple using rapid-rise yeast and enriched with milk, butter, and egg for a wonderfully tender crumb.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 4 to 5 cups |
| Rapid-rise instant yeast | 2 tablespoons |
| Granulated sugar | 1/3 cup |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Warm milk (110°F / 43°C) | 1 1/2 cups |
| Butter, softened | 5 tablespoons |
| Egg, room temperature | 1 |
| Melted butter (for brushing) | 2 tablespoons |
Instructions:
Step 1: Mix Base Ingredients
In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine 3 cups of flour, rapid-rise yeast, sugar, salt, warm milk, softened butter, and the room temperature egg.
Step 2: Begin Mixing
Attach the dough hook and mix on low speed until the flour is fully combined, scraping down the bowl as needed. Increase the speed to medium and beat for 2 minutes.
Step 3: Incorporate Remaining Flour and Knead
Add ½ cup flour and mix until incorporated. Repeat with another ½ cup flour. Continue mixing on medium speed for an additional 2 minutes until the dough forms a ball. Add more flour gradually if needed until the dough is soft, slightly sticky, and pulls away from the bowl edges.
Step 4: First Proof (30 Minutes)
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Step 5: Shape the Rolls
Punch down the dough gently to release air. Divide the dough into 24 equal pieces (about 2 ounces each, roughly) and shape into rolls.
Step 6: Second Proof (30 Minutes)
Arrange the rolls close together on a greased baking sheet or in a 9×13-inch dish. Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes at room temperature.
Step 7: Bake
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 12 to 15 minutes, until they’re golden brown and cooked through. If they start browning too quickly, loosely cover with foil.
Step 8: Finish & Serve
Brush the hot rolls immediately with melted butter. Serve warm.
