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Ultimate Soft and Buttery Homemade Dinner Rolls

A stack of golden-brown, fluffy dinner rolls topped with a shiny glaze and coarse salt crystals.
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Make incredibly soft, fluffy, and buttery homemade dinner rolls that taste better than store-bought. This recipe is quick enough for weeknight dinners but perfect for holidays.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let this stand for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy. This confirms your yeast is active.
  2. Add the honey, 2 room temperature eggs, and 1/2 cup melted butter to the yeast mixture. Whisk until combined.
  3. Add the salt and 3 1/2 cups of the flour to the wet ingredients. Mix with a wooden spoon or stand mixer until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5 to 7 minutes, adding the remaining flour gradually until the dough is smooth and no longer sticky.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 45 to 60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  6. Gently punch down the risen dough. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
  7. Place the dough balls close together in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Cover the pan loosely and let the rolls rise again for 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  9. Bake the rolls for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
  10. While the rolls are still hot, brush the tops generously with the remaining 1/2 cup of melted butter. Serve warm for the best flavor.

Notes

  • For Texas Roadhouse style rolls, increase the honey slightly and brush heavily with garlic butter (melted butter mixed with garlic powder and a pinch of salt) immediately after baking.
  • If you are short on time, you can use warm water to speed up the initial yeast activation, which helps achieve quicker results.
  • Room temperature eggs mix into the dough more evenly, resulting in a softer texture.

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