Homemade Fluffy Bread Rolls

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🍞 Homemade Fluffy Bread Rolls

Makes: 12–15 rolls
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Rise Time: 1–1.5 hours
Bake Time: 15–18 minutes

⭐ Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups (420 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (240 ml) warm milk (110°F / 43°C)
  • 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • ¼ cup (50 g) sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 4 tbsp (55 g) softened butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp melted butter (for brushing after baking)

🧑‍🍳 FULL RECIPE

1. Activate the Yeast

  1. In a large bowl, combine:
    • warm milk
    • sugar
    • yeast
  2. Stir and let sit 5–10 minutes, until foamy.

If it doesn’t foam, your yeast is inactive — start again.

2. Make the Dough

Add to the yeast mixture:

  • egg
  • softened butter
  • salt

Stir to combine.

Add flour gradually (2 cups first, then the rest).
Mix until a soft dough forms.

3. Knead

Knead by hand or mixer for 6–8 minutes until smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky.

Add a sprinkle of flour only if the dough is too sticky.

4. First Rise

  1. Place dough in a greased bowl.
  2. Cover with a towel or plastic wrap.
  3. Let rise 1 hour or until doubled in size.

A warm spot helps the rise.

5. Shape the Rolls

  1. Punch down the dough to release air.
  2. Divide into 12–15 equal pieces.
  3. Shape each piece into a tight ball by tucking edges underneath.
  4. Place on a baking tray lined with parchment.
  5. Cover and let rise 20–30 minutes.

6. Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bake rolls 15–18 minutes, until golden brown on top.

7. Brush with Butter

While warm, brush the tops with melted butter for a soft, glossy finish.

⭐ Tips & Variations

  • Extra soft: replace 2 tbsp of milk with 2 tbsp heavy cream.
  • Sweeter rolls: add an extra tablespoon of sugar.
  • Garlic butter rolls: brush with garlic butter after baking.
  • Whole wheat version: substitute 1 cup of flour with whole wheat flour.
  • Freezer-friendly: freeze baked rolls for up to 2 months.

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