Description
Golden homemade eggless dinner rolls deliver warm, comforting bread without eggs. Pillowy rolls complement meals with simple ingredients and minimal effort, offering bakers a delightful alternative to traditional bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ¼ cups (390 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 ml) warm milk
- ¼ cup (60 ml) warm water
- ¼ cup (50 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Yeast Activation: Dissolve sugar in tepid water, sprinkle yeast, and allow the mixture to foam and bubble for 5-7 minutes, signaling biological readiness.
- Dough Formation: In a large mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients. Integrate warm milk, melted butter, and activated yeast solution, mixing until a cohesive, slightly tacky dough develops.
- Kneading Process: Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface. Methodically knead by stretching and folding to develop gluten networks, continuing for 7-9 minutes until achieving a smooth, resilient, and elastic texture.
- First Proofing: Place dough in an oiled ceramic bowl, cover with a moisture-retaining cloth, and position in a warm, draft-free location. Allow the dough to rise and double in volume within 60-90 minutes.
- Shaping and Second Proofing: Gently deflate the risen dough, divide into uniform segments, and roll into symmetrical spheres. Arrange rolls in a greased baking dish with minimal spacing. Cover and let rise for 25-35 minutes until puffy and interconnected.
- Baking: Preheat oven to 375°F. Position rolls centrally for even heat distribution. Bake for 15-18 minutes until surfaces transform into a rich, golden-bronze color.
- Finishing Touch: Remove rolls from oven and immediately brush with liquefied butter to enhance shine and create a luxurious, glossy appearance. Serve warm, gently separating to reveal the tender, cloud-like interior.
Notes
- Manage Yeast Activation: Ensure water temperature stays between 100-110°F for optimal yeast growth; too hot kills yeast, too cold prevents activation.
- Perfect Kneading Technique: Develop gluten by stretching dough consistently; stop when it springs back smoothly and feels silky, indicating proper protein development.
- Temperature Control for Rising: Keep dough in warm, draft-free spot around 80-85°F; use oven with light on or near warm appliance to support consistent fermentation.
- Customizing Dietary Needs: Substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free blend for celiac-friendly version; replace dairy milk with almond or oat milk for vegan adaptation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg