These Soft and Buttery Homemade Rolls are light, fluffy, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Perfect for dinner, holidays, or everyday meals, they come out golden on the outside and pillowy soft inside.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Super soft and fluffy texture
- Rich buttery flavor
- Perfect for any meal
- Easy pantry ingredients
- Great for make-ahead baking
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup melted butter (plus extra for brushing)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
Bread roll
Instructions
Step 1: Activate Yeast
In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Step 2: Make Dough
Add melted butter, egg, salt, and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Step 3: First Rise
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
Step 4: Shape Rolls
Punch down dough and divide into 12–15 equal pieces. Shape into balls and place in a greased baking dish.
Step 5: Second Rise
Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
Step 6: Bake
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
Step 7: Butter Finish
Brush hot rolls with melted butter for extra softness and shine.
Serving Ideas
Serve with:
- Soups and stews
- Roast chicken or beef
- Gravy dishes
- Breakfast spreads (jam, honey, butter)
- Holiday dinners
Pro Tips
- Use warm (not hot) milk for best yeast activation
- Don’t overbake—keeps them soft
- Brush butter twice for extra richness
- Let dough rise fully for airy texture
Storage
- Room temperature: 2 days in airtight container
- Refrigerate: up to 5 days
- Freeze: up to 2 months
Reheat before serving for best softness.
