Description
Homemade Eggless Dinner Rolls bring warmth and comfort to any meal, promising soft, pillowy perfection straight from your kitchen. Delightful companions to soups, salads, or enjoyed solo, these rolls invite you to savor simple culinary pleasures with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 ¼ cups (390 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) warm milk
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) warm water
- ¼ cup (50 grams) unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) melted butter
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the yeast activation liquid by whisking warm water with a portion of sugar and yeast. Allow the mixture to bloom and become foamy, indicating active fermentation. If using instant yeast, proceed directly to dough preparation.
- Combine dry ingredients in a spacious mixing bowl, creating a foundational mixture of flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Create a well in the center and incorporate melted butter, warm milk, and activated yeast mixture.
- Knead the dough vigorously on a lightly dusted surface or utilize a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment. Continue working the dough until it transforms into a smooth, resilient texture with consistent elasticity, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Transfer the developed dough into a generously greased vessel, covering it with a moist fabric or plastic wrap. Position in a draft-free, warm environment to enable rising and expansion, allowing the dough to potentially double in volume within 1-1.5 hours.
- Deflate the risen dough by gently pressing down. Partition the dough into uniform segments, carefully shaping each into smooth, rounded balls. Arrange the formed rolls strategically within a greased baking receptacle or on a parchment-lined tray.
- Drape the rolls loosely with a soft cloth, permitting a secondary fermentation period. Allow the rolls to increase in volume and become puffy, typically requiring 30-40 minutes in a consistent temperature.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), ensuring optimal baking temperature. Position the risen rolls and bake until they develop a rich, golden-brown exterior, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Once removed from the oven, delicately brush the hot rolls with melted butter, enhancing their aesthetic appeal and imparting a luxurious sheen and tender texture.
- Allow the rolls to cool momentarily before serving, preserving their warmth and freshly baked characteristics for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Yeast Activation Hack: Ensure water temperature is between 100-110°F to activate yeast perfectly without killing it.
- Dough Kneading Tip: Stretch and fold technique creates better gluten development, resulting in softer, more tender rolls.
- Dairy-Free Alternative: Substitute dairy milk with almond or oat milk for a plant-based version without compromising texture.
- Rise Time Trick: Place dough in a warm, draft-free area like inside an oven with the light on to help consistent rising.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg