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Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls (The Easiest, Fluffiest Recipe!)

Our foolproof Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls recipe creates the most unbelievably soft, fluffy, and flavorful homemade rolls. Drenched in a savory garlic herb butter, these pull-apart rolls are perfect for any dinner or special occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 225

Ingredients
  

For the Dinner Rolls
  • 1 cup whole milk warmed to 110°F
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast 1 standard packet
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg beaten
For the Garlic Butter Topping
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch Baking Pan
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Stand Mixer (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture, melted butter, and beaten egg. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. (Or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 6-8 minutes).
  4. Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. Gently punch down the dough. Divide into 12 equal pieces and roll each into a smooth ball. Place them in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  6. Cover the pan and let the rolls rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffy. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  7. In a small bowl, mix together all ingredients for the garlic butter topping. Brush half of the topping over the risen rolls. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. As soon as the rolls come out of the oven, brush the remaining garlic butter over the hot rolls. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcalProtein: 5gFat: 11gFiber: 1g

Notes

Tip 1: Don't overheat your milk! A temperature between 105-115°F (40-46°C) is the sweet spot for activating yeast without harming it.
Tip 2: For extra rich rolls, you can brush them with an egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp of water) before applying the first layer of garlic butter.
Tip 3: Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They are best when fresh!
Keyword dinner rolls,garlic butter rolls,homemade rolls

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