Sweet Dough for Rolls

Transform your baking game with this versatile Sweet Dough for Rolls recipe—a buttery, slightly sweet dough that bakes into pillowy perfection. Made with simple pantry staples like whole milk, eggs, and all-purpose flour, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of richness and lightness. A touch of granulated sugar adds subtle sweetness, while the warm milk and butter create an irresistibly tender texture. The dough is easy to work with, whether kneading by hand or with a stand mixer, and rises beautifully for rolls that are soft, golden, and fluffy. Perfect for dinner rolls, sandwich buns, or even sweet bread creations, this crowd-pleasing dough is a must for any baker's repertoire. Get ready to fill your kitchen with the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked rolls!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whole milk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.25 cup Warm water (110°F)
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 3.75 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium-low heat until it begins to steam (do not boil). Remove from heat and stir in the butter and sugar until melted and well combined. Allow the mixture to cool to lukewarm (about 110°F).

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the warm water and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes to activate, until foamy.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the lukewarm milk mixture, activated yeast, and eggs until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing with a wooden spoon or the dough hook attachment of a stand mixer, until a soft dough forms.

Step 5

Knead the dough by hand on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes (or 5-6 minutes with a stand mixer) until it is smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, turning it to coat all sides. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1-1 1/2 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 7

Punch the dough down to release the air, and shape into rolls (approximately 12 equal pieces). Place the rolls in a greased baking dish or on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 8

Cover the rolls with a clean towel and let rise again for 30-40 minutes, or until puffy.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 10

Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown on top. Let them cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(973.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2546.6

Total Fat 70.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 525.3mg	0%
Sodium 2612.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 409.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 62.7g
Protein 69.6g	0%

Vitamin D 187.4IU	0%
Calcium 431.3mg	0%
Iron 23.2mg	0%
Potassium 1141.2mg	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: 24.9%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 64.2%