Introducing a delectable delight for your dinner table: Onion Dinner Rolls! These savory, pillowy-soft rolls are infused with the sweet aroma and flavor of caramelized onions, making them the perfect accompaniment to any meal. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up a batch of these irresistible rolls in no time.
Onion Dinner Rolls
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped
- 3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions:
-
Prepare: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a large baking sheet with vegetable cooking spray or lightly coat it with Crisco. Alternatively, you can use a nonstick skillet.
-
Caramelize Onions: In a large nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they become tender and caramelized, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
-
Mix Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3/4 cup of the all-purpose flour, sugar, dry yeast, and salt.
-
Heat Milk Mixture: In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the milk and butter to a simmer, stirring occasionally until the butter is melted.
-
Combine Ingredients: Using an electric mixer set to medium speed, gradually beat the milk mixture into the flour mixture until well combined. Increase the speed to high and beat in an additional 1/4 cup of flour.
-
Incorporate Onions and Flour: Stir in the caramelized onions and gradually add the remaining flour, a bit at a time, until a soft dough forms.
-
Knead Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it until it becomes smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Add more flour as needed to prevent sticking.
-
Rest Dough: Let the dough rest for 10 minutes to allow it to relax and rise slightly.
-
Divide and Shape: Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a smooth ball.
-
Proof Rolls: Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheet and cover them loosely with a damp towel. Allow the rolls to rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 50 minutes, or until they have doubled in size.
-
Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, beat the egg with water to create a glaze.
-
Brush with Glaze: Once the rolls have risen, gently brush the tops with the egg glaze.
-
Bake: Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake the rolls until they are golden brown, approximately 20 minutes.
-
Serve: Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving. Enjoy these Onion Dinner Rolls warm with your favorite meal, or simply slathered with butter for a delicious snack!
Nutritional Information (per roll):
- Calories: 152.6
- Fat: 2.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Cholesterol: 20.4mg
- Sodium: 113mg
- Carbohydrates: 28.1g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 2.2g
- Protein: 4.4g
These Onion Dinner Rolls are not only irresistibly delicious but also surprisingly healthy, making them the perfect addition to your dinner table any night of the week. With their soft, fluffy texture and sweet onion flavor, they’re sure to become a family favorite in no time! 🍞✨
