How to make my own Dinner Rolls with an egg?

Making your own dinner rolls is easier than you might think! Here’s a simple recipe for soft and fluffy homemade dinner rolls.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F or 45°C)
• 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter (for brushing, optional)

Instructions:

1. Activate the Yeast

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

2. Mix the Dough

   • Add melted butter, egg, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

3. Knead the Dough

   • Knead the dough for about 8–10 minutes by hand (or 5 minutes with a stand mixer) until smooth and elastic.

4. First Rise

   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

5. Shape the Rolls

   • Punch down the dough and divide it into 12–15 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and place them on a greased baking sheet or in a buttered 9x13-inch pan.

6. Second Rise

   • Cover and let the rolls rise again for 30–45 minutes until puffy.

7. Bake

   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Bake for 15–18 minutes or until golden brown on top.

8. Brush with Butter (Optional)

   • While the rolls are still warm, brush the tops with melted butter for extra softness and flavor.

Enjoy!

These rolls are best served warm and can be stored in an airtight container for a couple of days.

You can freeze dinner roll dough at two different stages, depending on your preference:

1. After the First Rise (Best for Fresh-Baked Rolls Later)

• Prepare the dough as usual and let it rise once until doubled in size.
• Punch down the dough and shape it into individual rolls.
• Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze them until solid (about 1-2 hours).
• Transfer the frozen dough balls into an airtight container or freezer bag.
• To bake later: Remove the rolls from the freezer, place them on a greased baking pan, cover, and let them thaw and rise for 4-6 hours (or overnight in the fridge). Bake as usual at 375°F (190°C).

2. After Baking (For Quick, Ready-to-Eat Rolls)

• Bake the rolls completely and let them cool.
• Store them in an airtight container or freezer bag.
• To reheat: Wrap in foil and warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 10 minutes, or microwave for 30 seconds.

If you want the freshest homemade taste, I recommend freezing after the first rise and shaping—this way, you can enjoy freshly baked rolls whenever you want! 😊