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garlic butter dinner rolls

Garlic butter dinner rolls

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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 223 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the dough

  • 3½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 2 large egg
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter ( melted )
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

For garlic butter toppings

  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
  • pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Activate the Yeast
    1. Mix 1 cup of warm milk and 2 tablespoons sugar in a small bowl.
    2. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast over the milk. Stir gently and let it rest for 5-10 minutes or until the mixture is foamy.
  • Step 2: Make Dough
    1. Take a large mixing bowl, put 3 ½ cups of flour in the bowl along with 1 teaspoon of salt.
    2. Mix in the remaining 2 eggs and 4 tablespoons of melted butter in with yeast mixture in a separate bowl.
    3. Gradually add the wet mixture to flour and form a dough.
  • Step 3: Kneading the Dough
    1. Put the dough into a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes or until the dough looks smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with dough hook for 5 minutes.
    2. Put the dough in the greased-up bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or till it doubles its original size.
  • Step 4: Shape the rolls
    1. Squeeze down the dough after it has risen and divide it into 12 portions of equal size, each about 65-70 grams.
    2. Roll each portion into a smooth ball and place them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish or tray leaving a little gap for spreading.
    3. Cover the rolls and let them rise again for 30-45 minutes.
  • Step 5: Prepare the Garlic Butter
    1. As rolls rose melt the ½ cup unsalted butter over low in a small pan.
    2. Add 3 cloves chopped garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes just until fragrant.
    3. Let cool slightly, Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley and a pinch of salt.
  • Step 6: Bake the rolls
    1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    2. Smear a portion of the garlic butter on the rolls before baking.
    3. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
  • Step 7: Brush and serve
    1. As soon as the rolls come out of the oven, brush them generously with the remaining garlic butter for a shiny finish.
    2. Sprinkle with additional parsley for garnish, if desired. Serve hot.