Granny's Dinner Rolls

Soft, pillowy, and irresistibly buttery, Granny's Dinner Rolls are the ultimate comfort food for any meal. These homemade rolls feature simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast, combined with warm milk and melted butter for a rich, tender texture. With their golden-brown tops and a glossy butter finish, these rolls are perfect for holiday feasts, family dinners, or anytime you crave fresh, oven-baked bread. The recipe incorporates techniques like kneading for elasticity and two rises for maximum fluffiness, ensuring bakery-quality results every time. Easy to make and endlessly versatile, serve these dinner rolls warm with a pat of butter, alongside soups, or as a base for sliders. Make room on your table—Granny's Dinner Rolls will steal the show!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.25 cup Warm water
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Butter, for topping

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

In a saucepan, warm the milk over low heat until lukewarm (not hot). Remove from heat and add the melted butter. Stir to combine.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the milk and butter mixture, the yeast mixture, and the beaten egg.

Step 5

Mix the ingredients together with a wooden spoon or a dough hook attachment on a stand mixer until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, knead with the stand mixer for 5-6 minutes.

Step 7

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 8

Once risen, punch down the dough to release the air. Divide it into 12 equal portions and shape each into a smooth ball.

Step 9

Place the dough balls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, evenly spaced. Cover and let rise again for 30-40 minutes until puffy.

Step 10

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 11

Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown on the tops.

Step 12

Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately brush them with the 2 tablespoons of butter for a glossy finish.

Step 13

Let the rolls cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with butter or your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(950.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2678.4

Total Fat 90.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 435.7mg	0%
Sodium 2742.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 393.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 25.4g
Protein 67.6g	0%

Vitamin D 179.4IU	0%
Calcium 411.3mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 1112.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.5%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 59.3%