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Soft and Buttery Dinner Rolls

These incredibly soft and buttery dinner rolls are easy to make and perfect for any meal. They have a slightly sweet flavor and a wonderfully tender crumb.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Dough

  • 0.25 cup warm water about 105-115 degrees F
  • 2.25 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 0.5 cup warm milk about 105-115 degrees F
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3.5 cup all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Egg Wash

  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions
 

Making the Dough

  • In a large bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  • Add the warm milk, 2 large eggs, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Whisk to combine.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.
  • Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Shaping and Baking

  • Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a smooth ball.
  • Arrange the dough balls in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, leaving a little space between them. Cover and let them rise again for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk for the egg wash. Brush the tops of the rolls with the egg wash.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Brush with melted butter immediately after removing from the oven, if desired.

Notes

These rolls are best served warm. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.