Name: Dinner Rolls
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 16 min
Total time: 2 h 16 min
Yield: 24 servings
Cuisine: Other
Ingredients: 1.5 cups warm water; 1 packet rapid rise instant yeast; 0.25 cup granulated sugar; 6 tablespoons butter; 4 cups bread flour; 1 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp baking powder; 1 egg

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Dinner Rolls

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In the bowl of a stand mixer, add 1½ cups warm water and 1 packet instant yeast. Gently stir and let sit for a few minutes to activate the yeast. Add in ¼ cup sugar, 3 cups of bread flour, 1 teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon baking powder.

Mix on low for about 7 minutes, incorporating 6 tablespoons softened butter about 1 tablespoon at a time. Add remaining 1 cup of flour after the first few minutes. Cover the bowl and let dough rise for 1 hour.

Weigh dough and separate into 12 even balls (about 3 ounces each). Form buns and place in a lightly greased 9×13 baking dish. Loosely cover and let rise for 45 minutes. Brush tops with egg wash (1 egg whisked with 1 tablespoon water). Bake in 400 degree F preheated oven for 16 minutes.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Water Temperature is Critical 💧
Use water between 110-115°F to activate instant yeast properly; too hot kills the yeast, too cold prevents rising. Use a kitchen thermometer for precision.
The Poke Test for Perfect Rise ✋
After the second rise, gently poke the dough with your finger; if the indentation slowly springs back halfway, it's perfectly proofed and ready to bake.
Egg Wash for Golden Perfection ✨
Brush rolls with a beaten egg mixed with 1 tablespoon water right before baking for a beautiful golden-brown exterior and professional appearance.
Warm Butter Enrichment 🧈
Melt butter before adding to dough and let it cool slightly; this ensures even distribution and prevents killing yeast while creating a richer, more tender crumb.
Steam Creation for Soft Crust 💨
Place a shallow pan of hot water on the bottom oven rack while baking rolls to create steam, which keeps the crust tender and prevents it from hardening too quickly.