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How to Make Yeast Rolls for Beginners

Our beginner-friendly yeast roll recipe makes soft and fluffy restaurant style rolls. Basic ingredients, simple steps, perfect for family dinners and holidays.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Rising Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 32 minutes
Course: bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 rolls
Calories: 114kcal
Author: Lori @ A Reinvented Mom

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ¼ ounce package active dry yeast
  • 1 ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 4 ½ to 5 cups all-purpose flour divided
  • 2 large eggs

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, combine milk, water and butter and heat to 120 degrees F.
    1 cup whole milk, ½ cup water, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Whisk together the sugar, yeast, salt and 2 cups of flour in a large mixing bowl.
    ¼ cup sugar, ¼ ounce package active dry yeast, 1 ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Add milk mixture to the dry ingredients and mix on Medium speed for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add eggs and mix on High for 2 minutes.
    2 large eggs
  • Gradually add in the flour 1 cup at a time, until the mixture forms a soft ball.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-8 minutes, adding additional flour if needed, until the dough becomes elastic.
  • Transfer the dough to a lightly greased mixing bowl.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm spot until it has doubled in size (60-90 minutes).
  • Spray 2 baking dishes (13x9 size) with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Punch down the dough, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and form into 24 rolls.
  • Place dough balls into the baking dishes, 12 in each dish.
  • Cover baking dishes, place in a warm spot and let the dough rise until it’s doubled in size (approximately 60-90 minutes).
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the rolls are lightly browned.
  • Remove from oven and brush with melted butter if desired.

Notes

  • Make sure your yeast is fresh - if it’s expired the rolls won’t rise.
  • Use a stand mixer if you have one but you can also make them by hand.
  • Store leftover rolls in an airtight container or tiptop bag for 2-3 days on the counter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1roll | Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 131mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 65IU | Vitamin C: 0.001mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg