Old Fashioned Yeast Rolls
These delightful Old Fashioned Yeast Rolls are soft, fluffy, and perfect for any meal. Made with simple ingredients and a bit of patience, they bring a touch of nostalgia to your dining table.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 dough hook or wooden spoon
- 1 plastic wrap
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper optional
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm milk 110°F
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes, or until foamy.
- Add melted butter and egg to the yeast mixture, whisking until combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour and salt.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, either using a dough hook on a mixer or a wooden spoon, until the dough begins to form.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Once risen, punch the dough down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide it into 12 equal pieces.
- Shape each piece into a ball and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each roll.
- Cover the rolls with a clean towel, and let them rise again for about 30 minutes, until puffy.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Remove from the oven and brush with additional melted butter if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, you can mix in a teaspoon of garlic powder or herbs into the dough.
Make sure your milk is warm, but not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
These rolls can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for later use. Just warm them in the oven to refresh.