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Irresistible Soft Buttery Honey Dinner Rolls

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Make the softest, fluffiest dinner rolls that melt in your mouth using this straightforward recipe. These buttery yeast rolls are perfect for any meal or holiday gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed to 105-115°F
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, for brushing
  • 2 tablespoons honey, for brushing
  • 1 teaspoon water, for brushing

Instructions

  1. Combine the warm milk and yeast in a large bowl. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy. This activates the yeast.
  2. Whisk the sugar, egg, melted butter, and salt into the yeast mixture until combined.
  3. Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. It should spring back when lightly poked.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  6. Gently punch down the risen dough. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
  7. Arrange the dough balls in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan, leaving about 1 inch between them.
  8. Cover the pan loosely and let the rolls rise again in a warm place for 30 to 45 minutes, or until puffy.
  9. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  10. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
  11. While the rolls are still hot, whisk together the 4 tablespoons of melted butter, honey, and 1 teaspoon of water. Brush this mixture generously over the tops of the warm rolls.
  12. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

  • For extra soft rolls, cover the pan with foil for the first 10 minutes of baking, then remove the foil to brown the tops.
  • If you want rolls that pop apart easily, place them close together in the pan. For individual rolls, space them further apart on a baking sheet.
  • Room temperature ingredients mix better, so take your egg out ahead of time.

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