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Soft Fluffy Homemade Dinner Rolls

Soft fluffy homemade dinner rolls are kneaded until smooth and slightly tacky, then baked until golden brown on top. Their tender texture and soft centers make them a comforting addition to dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising and resting 2 hours 11 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 56 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 205
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2.25 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 egg large, at room temperature
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 nonstick cooking spray as needed for greasing

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch baking pan

Method
 

  1. Warm the milk to 105–110°F.
  2. Stir the sugar and yeast into the warm milk.
  3. Let stand for 5–10 minutes, until foamy.
  4. Whisk in the egg, melted butter, and salt.
  5. Stir in the flour until a shaggy dough forms.
  6. Knead on a lightly greased surface for 8–10 minutes, until smooth and slightly tacky.
  7. Lightly coat a large bowl with cooking spray.
  8. Add the dough to the bowl and turn it to coat.
  9. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 60–90 minutes, until doubled in size.
  10. Coat a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  11. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.
  12. Shape the pieces into smooth balls.
  13. Arrange the dough balls in the pan.
  14. Cover the rolls and let rise for 30–45 minutes, until puffy and touching.
  15. Heat the oven to 350°F.
  16. Bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown on top.
  17. Let the rolls rest in the pan for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For soft rolls, knead until the dough is smooth and slightly tacky without adding too much flour. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; freezer-friendly for up to 3 months. For a dairy-free option, use unsweetened non-dairy milk and plant-based butter.