Classic Yeast Rolls Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Topping Ingredients
Method
Preparing the Dough
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm milk (not too hot, around 110°F) and granulated sugar. Sprinkle the instant yeast over the milk and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt until combined.
- 3
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add more flour if the dough is too sticky.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
Shaping and Baking
- 6
Shape the Rolls
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
- 7
Second Rise
Place the shaped rolls in a greased baking dish, cover with a cloth, and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes until they puff up.
- 8
Preheat Oven
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) while the rolls are rising.
- 9
Bake the Rolls
Once the rolls have risen, bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
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