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A bowl of golden, fluffy homemade dinner rolls nestled in a red cloth napkin, perfect for serving at holiday meals or family dinners.

Mel’s Perfect Dinner Rolls

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  • Author: Crystel Montenegro Home
  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Rise Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls
  • Category: Thanksgiving

Description

These homemade dinner rolls are soft, fluffy, and buttery—perfect for any meal. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, they’re a delightful addition to your table.


Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups milk

  • ¼ cup water

  • ¼ cup (57 g) butter, softened or melted

  • 2 tablespoons (27 g) granulated sugar

  • 1 tablespoon instant or active dry yeast

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 ¼ teaspoons salt

  • 4 ¼ to 4 ½ cups (604-639 g) all-purpose flour

  • Additional butter for brushing the tops


Instructions

  1. Warm the Milk: Heat the milk until bubbles form around the edges and it starts to steam.

  2. Combine Ingredients: Pour the warm milk into a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook. Add the water, butter, and sugar. Let the mixture cool until warm to the touch.

  3. Activate Yeast: Stir in the yeast and let it rest for 5-7 minutes until foamy.

  4. Mix Dough: Add the egg, salt, and 3 ¾ cups of flour to the mixer. Mix, adding additional flour gradually, until the dough clears the sides of the bowl and forms a soft, sticky ball.

  5. Knead: Knead the dough for 5-6 minutes until soft and smooth.

  6. First Rise: Let the dough rise in a warm spot until doubled, about 1 hour.

  7. Shape Rolls: Grease a 9×13-inch pan. Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and place them in the prepared pan.

  8. Second Rise: Cover and let the rolls rise until doubled and puffy, with sides touching.

  9. Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes until golden on top.

  10. Finish: Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter immediately after removing them from the oven.


Notes

These rolls are best enjoyed warm and can be paired with butter, jam, or your favorite spread.
credit: Mel’s Kitchen Cafe


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 231
  • Fat: 5.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 37.9g
  • Protein: 6g