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Soft and Buttery One-Hour Dinner Rolls from Scratch

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These soft and buttery dinner rolls come together in under an hour, offering a tender, pillowy texture and rich flavor perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups (420g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • 1 cup (240ml) warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter, melted plus extra for brushing
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ cup (120ml) warm milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water (110°F / 43°C), sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit until foamy and bubbly, about 5 minutes.
  2. Mix the wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together warm milk, melted butter, and the egg until combined. Pour in the yeast mixture once it’s foamy.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: Add salt and about 3 cups (360g) of the all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough: Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead by hand, adding remaining flour a little at a time, until dough is smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. First rise: Lightly oil a bowl, place dough inside, cover with kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 20 minutes.
  6. Shape the rolls: Punch down dough gently to release air. Divide into 12 equal pieces (about 2 ounces / 55g each). Roll each piece into a smooth ball and place close together on a greased baking sheet or round pan.
  7. Second rise: Cover loosely and let rolls rise again until puffy and nearly doubled, about 10 minutes.
  8. Bake the rolls: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake rolls on middle rack until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Rolls should sound hollow when tapped.
  9. Butter finish: Brush rolls generously with melted butter immediately after baking for a glossy finish and extra flavor.

Notes

Use water at about 110°F to activate yeast properly. Knead until dough is elastic but slightly tacky for best texture. Don’t skip the second rise to keep rolls soft and fluffy. Brush with butter immediately after baking for a tender crust. If dough is too sticky, add flour sparingly to avoid dense rolls. Rotate pan halfway through baking for even browning.

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