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A basket of freshly baked dinner rolls with a golden-brown crust

How to grow 3 perfect Dinner RollsDinner Rolls

This recipe guides you through baking three perfect dinner rolls, ideal for any meal. The process involves simple steps for a delicious and fluffy result.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 3 rolls
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cup milk warm (105-115°F)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 egg large
Egg Wash
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 tablespoon water

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt, then mix well.
  2. Gradually add the warm milk, melted butter, and egg to the dry ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise
  1. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  2. Once risen, gently punch down the dough to release the air.
Shaping and Second Rise
  1. Divide the dough into three equal pieces and shape each into a smooth ball.
  2. Place the shaped rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare the egg wash by whisking the beaten egg with water.
  2. Brush the tops of the risen rolls with the egg wash.
  3. Bake for 18-25 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.
Cooling
  1. Transfer the baked rolls to a wire rack and let them cool completely before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can brush the baked rolls with melted butter immediately after removing them from the oven.