Description
If you are looking to impress your family and friends with homemade delights, the Light and Fluffy Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls Recipe is a perfect choice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more if needed)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Begin by combining 1 cup of warm milk with 2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast and 2 tablespoons of sugar in a large mixing bowl. Stir the mixture lightly and allow it to rest for about 5 minutes or until it turns foamy, indicating that the yeast is activated and ready to use.
- Once the yeast mixture is ready, add one large egg, 1/4 cup softened butter, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour into the bowl. Use a wooden spoon or a dough hook attachment on a mixer to blend the ingredients until they start to come together. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for approximately 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. Add more flour if necessary to prevent sticking.
- Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover the bowl with a clean cloth or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down to deflate. Divide the dough into 15 equal portions and shape each piece into a ball. Arrange the balls evenly on a greased baking dish, cover again, and allow them to rise for another 30-40 minutes until they have noticeably expanded.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once preheated, place the rolls in the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when lightly tapped on the top.
- While the rolls are baking, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave. Stir in the minced garlic and chopped fresh parsley. Once the rolls are baked, remove them from the oven and brush the garlic butter generously over each roll while warm. This step infuses the rolls with the rich garlic-butter flavor.
- Serve the rolls warm and enjoy their delightful taste with any main dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep them soft and fresh.
Notes
Ensure your yeast is fresh by checking the expiration date; inactive yeast will not result in proper dough rising.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Bread
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Protein: 4 g