Description

These soft and buttery homemade rolls are perfect for any meal or special occasion. Made with simple ingredients like flour, yeast, milk, and eggs, these rolls have a tender crumb and a golden brown crust. Brushed with egg wash before baking and melted butter after, they offer a deliciously rich flavor and a beautiful shine. Ideal served warm with soup, coffee, or tea, these rolls are sure to please a crowd.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
2 teaspoons yeast
3 tablespoons sugar
1 1/4 cups warm milk
1/4 cup olive oil or avocado oil
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt

For Egg Wash

1 egg white
2 tablespoons water

For Finishing

2 tablespoons melted butter

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Instructions

Activate Yeast: In a bowl, combine the yeast and sugar. Add the warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes bubbly, indicating the yeast is active.
Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the olive or avocado oil, salt, and eggs into the yeast mixture and stir thoroughly to combine.
Add Flour and Knead: Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, kneading the dough for 5 to 7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
First Rise: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Shape Rolls: Punch down the risen dough, divide it into 24 equal pieces, and roll each piece into a smooth ball.
Second Rise: Arrange the dough balls in a greased baking pan, cover them, and let them rise again for 30 minutes.
Preheat Oven: While the rolls are rising, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the rolls with the egg wash made by mixing egg white and water to achieve a golden brown finish.
Bake Rolls: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the rolls are golden brown on top.
Brush with Butter: Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately brush them with melted butter for a rich, glossy finish.
Serve: Serve the rolls warm alongside your favorite soup, coffee, or tea for a delightful treat.

Notes

Make sure the milk is warm, not hot, to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
Use a kitchen scale or measuring cup to ensure equal size rolls for even baking.
For softer crust, you can cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel immediately after baking.
These rolls can be frozen after the second rise; thaw and bake as directed when ready.
Substitute the oil with melted butter for a richer flavor if preferred.