Luscious Buttery Bread Machine Dinner Rolls
Indulge in these soft and fluffy dinner rolls that are effortlessly made in your bread machine. Perfectly buttery and slightly sweet, these rolls are ideal for complementing any meal, from family dinners to holiday feasts. With a simple mix of common ingredients, this recipe allows for quick preparation, and you can easily substitute milk for water without sacrificing flavor. Once baked, these rolls boast a golden-brown crust with a delightful, tender interior that is perfect for tearing apart and slathering with additional butter. Enjoy them warm or store them for later; they make delightful sandwiches and snacks too!
10
Servings
120
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Milk
3/4 cup (slightly warm)
Butter or Margarine
6 tablespoons (softened)
Egg
1 large (beaten)
Sugar
1/4 cup (granulated)
Salt
1 teaspoon
Bread Flour
3 cups
Yeast
1 1/2 teaspoons (active dry)
Instructions
1
Start by heating the milk slightly until it's warm but not boiling. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter (or margarine) and sugar until light and fluffy.
2
In the bread machine, add the warm milk, eggs, the creamed butter and sugar mixture, salt, bread flour, and yeast in the order recommended by your machine. Make sure the yeast does not touch the salt directly to ensure proper activation.
3
Set your machine to the dough cycle. Allow it to mix and rise as per the machine's instructions.
4
Once the cycle is complete, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
5
Lightly grease a baking pan. Punch down the dough, then turn it out onto a floured surface and divide it into 10 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a roll and place them in the prepared pan.
6
Cover the pan with a clean kitchen towel and let the rolls rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom. If desired, brush with additional melted butter before serving.
Nutrition Information
7.5g
Fat
9g
Carbs
1.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Luscious Buttery Bread Machine Dinner Rolls?
They are soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet dinner rolls made using a bread machine for the dough preparation and then baked in a standard oven.
Can I make these rolls without a bread machine?
While designed for a bread machine dough cycle, you can mix and knead the dough by hand or with a stand mixer, allowing it to rise until doubled before shaping.
What temperature should the milk be?
The milk should be heated slightly until it is warm to the touch but not boiling, as too much heat can kill the yeast.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use 6 tablespoons of softened margarine as a direct substitute for butter in this recipe.
How many rolls does this recipe make?
This recipe is portioned to create 10 equal-sized dinner rolls.
What type of flour is recommended?
Bread flour is recommended for this recipe to achieve the best structure and rise, though all-purpose flour can be used in a pinch.
Why shouldn't the yeast touch the salt directly?
Direct contact with salt can inhibit or kill the yeast, so it is best to keep them separate when loading the bread machine pan to ensure proper activation.
How long do the rolls need to rise after shaping?
After shaping the dough into 10 rolls, let them rise in a warm place for approximately 30 minutes or until they have doubled in size.
What is the baking temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C) before baking the rolls.
How long do the rolls take to bake?
Bake the rolls for 30 to 40 minutes until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Can I substitute water for milk?
Yes, you can easily substitute milk for water without significantly sacrificing the overall flavor of the rolls.
What bread machine cycle should I use?
You should use the 'Dough' cycle on your bread machine for this recipe.
Do I need to cream the butter and sugar?
Yes, the instructions suggest creaming the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy before adding them to the bread machine.
Should I beat the egg before adding it?
Yes, the recipe specifies using one large beaten egg for the dough.
How do I know when the rolls are finished baking?
They are done when they have a golden-brown crust and produce a hollow sound when you tap the bottom of a roll.
Can I add a topping to the rolls?
Yes, you can brush the rolls with additional melted butter before serving for a richer flavor and shiny finish.
How many calories are in one roll?
Each roll contains approximately 120 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each dinner roll contains about 7.5g of fat.
How much protein is in these rolls?
There is approximately 1.5g of protein per roll.
Are these rolls sweet?
They are described as perfectly buttery and slightly sweet, making them versatile for various meals.
Can I freeze these rolls?
Yes, these rolls store well and can be frozen for later use. Thaw and warm them before serving.
Do I need to grease the baking pan?
Yes, you should lightly grease the baking pan before placing the shaped dough pieces in it to prevent sticking.
What size egg should I use?
The recipe calls for one large egg.
Can I use active dry yeast?
Yes, the recipe specifically calls for 1.5 teaspoons of active dry yeast.
How should I divide the dough?
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and divide it into 10 equal pieces before shaping them into rolls.
Are these rolls suitable for sandwiches?
Yes, they make delightful small sandwiches or sliders.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of granulated sugar.
What order should I add ingredients to the bread machine?
Add the warm milk, eggs, creamed butter mixture, salt, bread flour, and yeast in the specific order recommended by your bread machine manufacturer.
Can I use these for holiday meals?
Absolutely, their soft texture and buttery flavor make them ideal for holiday feasts and family dinners.
What if I don't have bread flour?
You can use all-purpose flour, though the rolls may be slightly less chewy and have a different rise compared to using bread flour.