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Secrets to Making Light and Fluffy Bread Rolls

Fluffy Bread Rolls made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups warm milk 110°F
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg

Method
 

  1. Activate the yeast by combining it with warm milk and sugar, then let it sit until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt together.
  3. Make a well in the flour mixture and add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and the beaten egg.
  4. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then knead for about 10 minutes.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a damp cloth, allowing it to rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
  6. Once risen, punch down the dough to release excess gas and knead gently for a minute.
  7. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape them into rolls.
  8. Arrange the rolls in a greased baking pan and cover to rise again for about 30-45 minutes.
  9. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while the rolls are rising.
  10. Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown on top.
  11. Remove from the oven and brush with additional melted butter, if desired, for shine and flavor.