Soft, Fluffy, Buttery Dinner Rolls

Ingredients

🍞 4 cups Bread flour
🥛 1 cup Whole milk warmed
🌾 2 teaspoons Active dry yeast
🍬 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
🥚 2 large Eggs
🧂 2 teaspoons Pink Himalayan salt
🧈 5 tablespoons Unsalted butter softened
🥑 Avocado oil spray for greasing
🥚 1 large Egg for egg wash
💧 1 tablespoon Water for egg wash
🌿 Sesame seeds
🧈 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter melted for topping
🧂 Flaky salt

Instructions

1- Activate Yeast:

• Warm 1 cup of whole milk in the microwave for about 1 minute.
• Pour into a large mixing bowl and add 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast along with 1/4 cup of sugar.
• Whisk gently and let it sit for a few minutes until frothy, indicating active yeast.

2- Combine Wet Ingredients:

• Add 2 large eggs to the yeast mixture.

3- Add Dry Ingredients:

• Incorporate 4 cups of bread flour and 2 teaspoons of pink Himalayan salt into the bowl.

4- Knead Dough (Initial):

• Use a stand mixer with a dough hook to mix on low speed forming a shaggy dough.

5- Add Butter & Knead (Final):

• Gradually add 5 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter in small cubes while the mixer is running.
• Continue kneading for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic, pulling away from the bowl's sides.

6- First Proof:

• Lightly grease a clean bowl with avocado oil spray.
• Shape the dough into a ball and place in the greased bowl.
• Cover tightly with plastic wrap and a kitchen towel, letting it rise in a warm area until doubled in size (around 1-1.5 hours).

7- Punch Down & Divide:

• Deflate the dough gently and transfer it onto a clean surface.
• Divide into 12 equal portions.

8- Shape Rolls:

• Form each dough portion into a smooth, round ball by pinching the edges underneath and rolling gently between your palms.

9- Arrange for Second Proof:

• Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
• Place the 12 balls evenly in the dish, allowing a small gap between each.

10- Second Proof:
- Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise again in a warm spot until puffy and nearly doubled in size (30-60 minutes).

11- Prepare for Baking:
- Preheat your oven to 375-400°F (190-200°C).

12- Egg Wash:
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of water.
- Brush the tops of the rolls with this mixture.

13- Add Topping (Pre-Bake):
- Evenly sprinkle sesame seeds on the egg-washed rolls.

14- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven until the rolls are golden brown.

15- Butter Brush:
- Immediately brush the hot rolls with 1 tablespoon of unsalted melted butter.

16- Add Topping (Post-Bake):
- Finish with a sprinkle of flaky salt.

17- Serve:
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes - 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: Makes 12 rolls
Equipment:

• Stand Mixer: KitchenAid Artisan Series with dough hook
• Mixing Bowls: Various sizes, no brand visible
• Whisk: Orange handle, no brand visible
• Baking Dish: 9x13-inch white ceramic or stoneware, no brand visible
• Oven Mitt: Orange silicone, no brand visible

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure the milk is warm but not hot to activate the yeast properly.
• Incorporate butter in stages for a tender crumb.
• Properly covering the rolls during proofing helps in even rising.

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