You've Got to Be Kidding Me Restaurant Rolls or Bread
Discover the magic of homemade bakery-quality bread with "You've Got to Be Kidding Me Restaurant Rolls or Bread." This versatile recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, warm milk, and melted butter to create soft, buttery rolls or a perfectly golden loaf. With a straightforward preparation process, including an optional egg wash for a glossy finish, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping centerpiece for any meal. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or craving the comfort of fresh bread, these rolls deliver pillowy softness and a rich, buttery flavor that rivals your favorite restaurant. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this recipe features step-by-step instructions and a warm rise to ensure bakery-level results every time. Serve them freshly baked, brushed with melted butter, and watch them disappear from the table!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 4.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
- 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash, optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the warm water and warm milk (around 110°F or comfortably warm to the touch). Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the liquid, add the granulated sugar, and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the yeast is foamy.
Step 2
Add the salt and melted butter to the bowl and mix to combine. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed as you go. Once the dough starts pulling away from the sides of the bowl, switch to kneading.
Step 3
Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes by hand on a floured surface or using the dough hook attachment of your stand mixer on medium speed. The dough should be soft, slightly sticky, but elastic and smooth.
Step 4
Place the kneaded dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Step 5
Punch down the dough to release the air. Shape it into your preferred form: you can make rolls by dividing the dough into 12 equal pieces and shaping them into balls, or shape the dough into a loaf and place it into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Step 6
Cover the shaped dough with a towel again and let rise for another 30-40 minutes, or until doubled in size.
Step 7
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If you’d like a shiny top, prepare an egg wash by whisking the egg with 1 tablespoon of water and gently brushing it over the tops of your rolls or bread.
Step 8
Bake the rolls for 18-20 minutes or the loaf for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. The internal temperature should reach about 190°F (88°C).
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. For an extra touch, brush the tops with melted butter while still warm if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1243.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3008.2 |
| Total Fat 87.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 50.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 400.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4901.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 476.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 63.5g | |
| Protein 73.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 147.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 418.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1165.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories