Homemade Dinner Rolls Recipe 🍞
Preparation Time: 25 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 16 Rolls
Description:
These homemade dinner rolls are a timeless classic, perfect for any meal. Prepare them ahead of time and simply pop them in the oven when you’re ready to serve. This recipe, cherished since 1953 from the Better Homes and Gardens cookbook, guarantees soft, fluffy rolls every time.
Ingredients:
- 1 packet dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm water (110°F)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 egg
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions:
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Soften dry yeast in warm water (110°F). |
| 2 | In a mixing bowl, combine milk, shortening, sugar, and salt. Cool to lukewarm. |
| 3 | Add the softened yeast to the mixture and mix well. |
| 4 | Blend in the egg until fully incorporated. |
| 5 | Gradually add the flour to the mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms. You can use a mixer with a dough hook for this step. |
| 6 | Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the surface. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. |
| 7 | Store the dough in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until needed. This step allows the flavors to develop and makes the dough easier to work with. |
| 8 | When ready to bake, shape the dough into rolls on a well-floured surface. |
| 9 | Let the shaped rolls rise in a warm place until they double in size, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours. |
| 10 | Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). |
| 11 | Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top. |
| 12 | Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these delicious homemade dinner rolls with your favorite meals! |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 127.5
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.1g
- Cholesterol: 12.7mg
- Sodium: 299.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 19.2g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Sugar: 0.9g
- Protein: 3.2g
Keywords:
Breads, Grains, Healthy, Oven, Refrigerator
These homemade dinner rolls are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering. Enjoy the delightful aroma of freshly baked bread as you bring these warm rolls to the table. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll want to make these dinner rolls a regular part of your mealtime routine.
