Golden Fluffy Dinner Rolls are the perfect addition to any meal, offering a soft, pillowy texture that complements everything from soups to holiday feasts. These rolls are a family favorite, easy to make, and sure to impress your guests with their buttery flavor and beautiful golden hue.
The star of our rolls is all-purpose flour; it's versatile and gives the rolls structure. Granulated sugar adds a touch of sweetness and helps activate the yeast. Speaking of which, active dry yeast is the magic ingredient that makes our rolls rise and become fluffy. Salt enhances all the flavors, while unsalted butter adds richness and softness to the dough. Whole milk brings moisture and tenderness, and eggs contribute to the rolls' richness and structure. Finally, a little extra butter brushed on top after baking gives them a glossy, inviting finish.
Pair these fluffy rolls with a hearty stew or a creamy pasta dish. They also make excellent sliders for leftover meat or as a base for mini sandwiches at a party. For breakfast, serve them warm with a generous spread of jam or honey butter.
Start by gently warming your milk in a small saucepan over low heat. You want it lukewarm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast. In a large bowl, combine this warm milk with yeast and sugar. Let this mixture sit for about 5 minutes until it gets foamy — that's how you know the yeast is alive and kicking.
Next, add eggs, softened butter, and salt into the yeast mixture. Stir until everything is nicely combined. Gradually incorporate the flour, one cup at a time. Mix until a dough forms, then turn it out onto a floured surface. Knead for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place your kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for around an hour. It should double in size. Once risen, punch down the dough to release any air bubbles and divide it into 16 even pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and arrange them in a greased baking dish.
Cover the dish again and let the dough rise for another 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes until they turn a beautiful golden brown. As soon as they come out of the oven, brush the tops with melted butter for that glossy finish.
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