Decadent Sweet Buttery Dinner Rolls
Delight your taste buds with these Decadent Sweet Buttery Dinner Rolls, a perfect addition to any meal. These rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with a subtle sweetness, ideal for slathering with honey or butter. Utilizing a bread machine, this recipe simplifies the process, ensuring perfect rolls every time. Perfect for gatherings, holiday feasts, or a comforting family dinner, these rolls are sure to impress your guests or loved ones. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven, or warm them up the next day for the ultimate buttery treat!
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
milk
1 cup (heated to 110°F)
butter
1/2 cup (room temperature)
eggs
2 (room temperature and lightly beaten)
salt
3/4 teaspoon (none)
bread flour
4 cups (none)
instant yeast
3 teaspoons (none)
sugar
1/4 cup (none)
Instructions
1
In the bread pan of your bread machine, add the warm milk to ensure the yeast activates effectively.
2
Next, add the room temperature butter, ensuring it’s well distributed throughout the milk.
3
Crack the eggs into a bowl, lightly beat them, and add to the mixture in the bread pan.
4
Sprinkle the salt, bread flour, sugar, and instant yeast over the wet ingredients; do not stir and let the machine blend it.
5
Select the dough setting on your bread machine and press start, allowing the machine to knead and rise the dough.
6
Once the dough cycle is complete, lightly oil your work surface or use nonstick spray before turning the dough out onto it.
7
Shape the dough into an oval and cover it with plastic wrap, allowing it to rest for about 10 minutes to relax the gluten.
8
After the resting period, divide the dough into 16 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball or your desired shape.
9
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the shaped rolls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
10
Cover the formed rolls with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise in a warm area for 20-30 minutes until they double in size.
11
Once risen, bake the rolls in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until they are golden brown on top.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes these rolls decadent?
These rolls are considered decadent because they use a combination of milk, butter, and eggs to create a rich, soft, and fluffy texture with a subtle sweetness.
Can I make these rolls without a bread machine?
While the recipe is designed for a bread machine, you can knead the dough by hand or with a stand mixer until smooth, let it rise until doubled, and then follow the shaping and baking instructions.
What temperature should the milk be?
The milk should be heated to approximately 110°F (43°C) to ensure the yeast activates properly without being killed by excess heat.
How many rolls does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to be divided into 16 equal-sized dinner rolls.
Do I need to use bread flour?
Bread flour is recommended because its higher protein content provides better structure and chew, but all-purpose flour can be used as a substitute if necessary.
Can I use active dry yeast instead of instant yeast?
Yes, but you may want to bloom the active dry yeast in the warm milk first, and the rise times might be slightly longer compared to instant yeast.
Why must the butter be at room temperature?
Room temperature butter incorporates more evenly into the dough, ensuring a consistent texture throughout the rolls.
Why do I need to beat the eggs before adding them?
Lightly beating the eggs ensures they blend more easily with the other wet ingredients in the bread machine pan.
What setting should I use on my bread machine?
You should use the 'Dough' setting, which handles the kneading and the first rise of the dough.
Why is it important not to stir the ingredients in the bread pan?
The bread machine is designed to layer ingredients and blend them systematically during its cycle; stirring manually can interfere with this process.
How do I prevent the dough from sticking to my hands?
Lightly oil your work surface or use a nonstick cooking spray before turning out the dough to keep it from sticking.
Why does the dough need to rest for 10 minutes after shaping?
Resting the dough allows the gluten to relax, which makes it much easier to divide and shape into final rolls.
What is the best way to shape the rolls?
You can shape each piece into a smooth ball by tucking the edges under, or create any desired shape like knots or ovals.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) for the best baking results.
How long is the second rise?
The shaped rolls should rise in a warm area for about 20-30 minutes, or until they have doubled in size.
How do I know when the rolls are done baking?
The rolls are done when they are golden brown on top, which usually takes about 20 minutes.
Can I store leftover rolls?
Yes, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, or refrigerate them to keep them fresh longer.
How should I reheat these rolls?
Reheat them in a low-temperature oven for a few minutes or briefly in the microwave to restore their soft, buttery texture.
Can these rolls be frozen?
Yes, you can freeze the baked rolls in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months. Thaw and warm before serving.
What can I serve with these rolls?
They are excellent with honey, butter, jams, or as an accompaniment to soups, stews, and holiday roasts.
Is the sugar content high?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of sugar for 16 rolls, providing a subtle sweetness that complements the buttery flavor.
What if my dough doesn't rise?
Ensure your yeast is fresh and the milk wasn't too hot. Also, make sure the dough is rising in a draft-free, warm environment.
Can I add herbs to the dough?
Absolutely! You can add dried herbs like rosemary or thyme to the flour for a savory twist.
Why use parchment paper on the baking sheet?
Parchment paper prevents the rolls from sticking to the pan and ensures even browning on the bottoms.
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
You can refrigerate the dough after the first rise in the bread machine, then shape and let them rise again when ready to bake.
Are these rolls suitable for a holiday dinner?
Yes, their sweet and buttery profile makes them a crowd-pleasing choice for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter.
What is the purpose of the salt in this recipe?
Salt enhances the flavor of the other ingredients and helps control the yeast's fermentation rate.
Can I use this recipe to make larger buns?
Yes, simply divide the dough into fewer, larger pieces and adjust the baking time slightly as needed.
Should I brush the tops with anything before baking?
While not required, brushing with melted butter or an egg wash before baking can add extra shine and flavor.
How much yeast is in 3 teaspoons?
Three teaspoons of yeast is approximately one and a half standard packets of yeast.