Ingredients
– 1 cup whole milk, warmed to approximately 110°F (43°C)
– 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast
– 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided
– 1 large egg
– ¼ cup unsalted butter, room temperature and cut into pieces
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 3 cups all-purpose or bread flour
– 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter [optional topping]
– 1 tablespoon honey [optional topping]
– Almond or oat milk
– Coconut oil
– Vegan margarine
– 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed [for flax egg]
– 3 tablespoons water [for flax egg]
– Gluten-free flour blend
– Low-fat milk
Instructions
1-Whisk warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon sugar together; let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. This activates the yeast for a good rise.
2-Add remaining sugar, egg, butter, salt, and 1 cup of flour; mix on low speed. Scrape the bowl, then gradually add remaining flour, mixing until dough forms and pulls away from the bowl, about 2 minutes. Add flour gradually if dough is too wet.
3-Knead the dough by mixer or by hand for 5 minutes until soft and slightly sticky; perform a windowpane test to check readiness. Stretch a small piece thin; if light passes through without tearing, it is ready.
4-Lightly grease a bowl, place dough inside and turn to coat; cover and let rise for 1 to 2 hours until doubled in size. A warm spot works best.
5-Grease baking pan(s). Punch down the dough, divide into 14 to 16 pieces, shape into smooth balls, place in pan, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour until puffy.
6-Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C), with the rack in a low position. This prevents over-browning the tops.
7-Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown, rotating pan halfway through. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
8-Remove from oven, brush with honey butter topping if desired, and cool a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the fresh-baked aroma!
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🥛 Use whole milk for the best flavor and texture – nondairy or low-fat milks may affect the final result
🌡️ Measure flour by spooning and leveling for accurate amounts – too much flour will result in dense rolls
⏰ For make-ahead convenience, refrigerate shaped rolls up to 16 hours, then allow to rise 1 to 2 hours before baking
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Rising Time: 2-3 hours
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg