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The Ultimate Soft and Fluffy Homemade Dinner Rolls (Classic Buttery Recipe)

A plate of six golden-brown, shiny dinner rolls fresh from the oven.
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You can bake incredibly soft, fluffy, and buttery dinner rolls from scratch. These homemade yeast rolls taste much better than store-bought options and are perfect for any family meal or holiday gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy. This shows your yeast is active.
  2. Whisk the sugar, egg, 1/4 cup melted butter, and salt into the yeast mixture until combined.
  3. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 6 to 8 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. It should feel soft.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size. This is your first rise.
  6. Gently punch down the risen dough. Divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
  7. Arrange the dough balls in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan, leaving a small space between each one for spreading.
  8. Cover the pan loosely and let the rolls rise again in a warm place for 30 to 45 minutes, or until puffy. This is your second rise.
  9. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  10. Bake the rolls for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
  11. Immediately brush the tops of the hot rolls generously with the remaining 1/2 cup of melted butter. Serve warm for the best soft, fluffy texture.

Notes

  • For Texas Roadhouse Style Rolls copycat flavor, mix 1/2 cup of the melted butter topping with 1 teaspoon of honey and a pinch of cinnamon before brushing over the hot rolls.
  • If you are short on time, you can use the ‘One Hour Dinner Rolls’ method by placing the dough in a slightly warmer spot (like a turned-off oven with the light on) to speed up the rising process.
  • You can make these ahead; cover the unbaked rolls tightly and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 5-10 minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge.

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