Golden Cornmeal Bliss: Fluffy Yeast Rolls Recipe

Cornmeal Rolls Recipe 🌽🍞

Overview:

These delightful Cornmeal Rolls are a perfect accompaniment to any hearty soup or stew, bringing a comforting warmth to your meal. Ideal for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd, these rolls can be conveniently prepared in advance and frozen, ensuring you always have a homemade treat on hand. With a savory touch of cornmeal and a soft, fluffy texture, they’re sure to become a family favorite.

• Total Time: 2 hours 18 minutes
• Prep Time: 2 hours
• Cook Time: 18 minutes
• Servings: 24 rolls

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare Cornmeal Mixture:

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   • In a saucepan, combine 1 3/4 cups of warm water, cornmeal, sugar, butter, and salt.
   • Cook and stir over medium heat until the mixture boils, approximately 10 minutes.
   • Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature until it reaches 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
   • Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl.

2. Activate Yeast:

   • Dissolve the yeast in the remaining warm water and add it to the cornmeal mixture.
   • Crack the eggs into the mixture and mix thoroughly.

3. Form Dough:

   • Gradually add the all-purpose flour (you may need additional flour) to form a soft dough.
   • Turn the dough onto a floured board and knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes.

4. First Rise:

   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 45-60 minutes or until doubled in size.

5. Shape Rolls:

   • Punch the dough down and divide it into 24 equal-sized balls.
   • Place the dough balls on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.

6. Final Rise:

   • Brush the rolls with melted butter and sprinkle them with additional cornmeal.
   • Let the dough balls rise, uncovered, for an additional 30 minutes.

7. Bake:

   • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
   • Bake the rolls for 18-20 minutes or until they turn golden brown.

8. Serve:

   • Remove the rolls from the baking sheet and serve them warm.

9. Storage and Reheating:

   • Any leftover rolls can be frozen in an airtight container or freezer bag.
   • To reheat, place frozen rolls in a toaster oven at 300 degrees Fahrenheit until warmed through, about 5-8 minutes.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 131.9
• Fat: 2.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.4g
• Cholesterol: 15.5mg
• Sodium: 201.8mg
• Carbohydrates: 23.5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 2.2g
• Protein: 3.6g

Recipe Notes:

• These rolls freeze exceptionally well, making them a convenient option for meal prep or unexpected guests.
• Feel free to customize the recipe by adding herbs or spices to the dough for extra flavor.
• For a richer taste, you can substitute some or all of the butter with margarine.
• Ensure the yeast is activated properly to achieve a light and fluffy texture in the rolls.

Enjoy these Cornmeal Rolls as a versatile side dish or snack, perfect for any occasion!