Kentucky Yeast Rolls

Soft, fluffy, and buttery, these homemade Kentucky Yeast Rolls are the ultimate comfort food that will elevate any meal. Made from scratch with simple ingredients like active dry yeast, warm milk, and melted butter, these rolls are perfectly tender with a slightly sweet flavor that pairs beautifully with savory dishes. The recipe features a double-rise process for that classic pillow-like texture, and brushing the golden-brown tops with melted butter adds an irresistible richness. Whether served fresh out of the oven for a family dinner or as a side for holiday feasts, these traditional Southern yeast rolls are sure to impress. Perfectly sized for sharing, this batch yields 12-15 rolls, making them ideal for crowds or as a freezer-friendly prep option. Serve warm for that fresh, bakery-style experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.25 cups Warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 cups Whole milk
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large Eggs, lightly beaten
• 4.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Butter, melted (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix the active dry yeast and warm water. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan over low heat, warm the milk until lukewarm (do not boil). Combine the lukewarm milk with the granulated sugar, melted butter, and lightly beaten eggs in a large mixing bowl. Stir well to combine.

Step 3

Add the frothy yeast mixture to the liquid ingredients and mix.

Step 4

Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt, one cup at a time, mixing with a wooden spoon or stand mixer fitted with a dough hook. Continue until a soft and slightly sticky dough forms.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough by hand for 8-10 minutes (or 5 minutes with the dough hook on medium speed) until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, turning it once to coat. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 7

Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide the dough into 12-15 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a smooth ball and place them on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 8

Cover the rolls loosely with a kitchen towel and let them rise again for 30-40 minutes, or until doubled in size.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 10

Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until they are golden brown on top.

Step 11

Remove the rolls from the oven and brush the tops generously with melted butter. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1097.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3094.1

Total Fat 94.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 593.3mg	0%
Sodium 3775.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 477.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 64.2g
Protein 79.2g	0%

Vitamin D 203.6IU	0%
Calcium 450.2mg	0%
Iron 27.2mg	0%
Potassium 1244.2mg	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: 27.6%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 62.1%