Here’s a foolproof recipe for Soft and Buttery Homemade Rolls — pillowy, tender, lightly sweet, and perfect for dinner or holidays. These stay soft for days and taste just like bakery rolls! 🧈✨

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🥖 Soft & Buttery Homemade Rolls

⭐ Ingredients (Makes 12–15 rolls)

For the Dough

• 1 cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C)

• 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 1 large egg, room temp

• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

• 3 – 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp salt

For Brushing

• 3 tbsp melted butter (for brushing before + after baking)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Activate the Yeast

1. In a bowl, combine:

   • warm milk

   • sugar

   • yeast

2. Stir gently and let sit 5–10 minutes, until foamy.

(If it doesn’t bubble, restart — yeast may be inactive.)

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2. Make the Dough

1. Add melted butter and egg to the yeast mixture; whisk.

2. Add salt and 3 cups of flour gradually.

3. Mix with a spoon or stand mixer until a soft dough forms.

4. Add up to ½ cup more flour only if the dough is too sticky.

Dough should be soft, slightly tacky, and stretchy.

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3. Knead

• Knead by hand or mixer for 6–8 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

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4. First Rise

• Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour, or until doubled.

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5. Shape the Rolls

1. Punch down the dough.

2. Divide into 12–15 equal pieces.

3. Shape into smooth balls by tucking edges underneath.

4. Place in a greased 9×13 pan or on a baking sheet.

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6. Second Rise

• Cover lightly and let rolls rise 25–35 minutes until puffy.

Brush tops lightly with melted butter.

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7. Bake

• Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–18 minutes, until golden.

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8. Finish

• Brush generously with melted butter while hot for ultra-soft rolls.

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🌟 Tips for Perfect Rolls

• Warm milk, not hot, keeps yeast happy.

• A soft dough makes the softest rolls — don’t over-flour!

• Bake rolls close together for extra fluffiness.

• Replace half the milk with warm water if you want a lighter texture.

• Add 1 extra tbsp sugar for sweeter “Hawaiian-style” rolls.

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🍯 Optional Flavor Variations

• Garlic butter rolls: add garlic powder + parsley to the butter.

• Honey butter rolls: brush with melted butter mixed with honey.

• Cheesy rolls: place a cube of mozzarella inside each ball before baking.

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If you want, I can also give you:
🍞 A no-knead version
⏱️ A 30-minute quick-rolls recipe
🌾 A whole-wheat or brioche-style version

Which one would you like?