Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls
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Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls
Description
This recipe for Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls uses warm milk mixed with instant yeast, honey, fresh or dried rosemary, parsley, and garlic powder to create a savory, lightly sweet dough. Whole wheat flour provides a wholesome base, while the addition of egg and olive oil enriches the texture and moisture. After mixing and kneading, the dough is covered and left to double in size, then divided into 14-15 balls which rise again before baking at 375°F for a golden finish.
The rolls develop a tender, soft crumb with herb-infused flavor and a slightly sweet note from honey. The garlic powder adds a subtle savory background. These rolls suit dinner tables well and can stand alone or accompany meals with butter or spreads.
They store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and freeze well for up to 3 months. Brushing with olive oil or melted butter before baking can enhance browning and flavor. Dough may be prepared ahead and frozen prior to rising to save time.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup milk warm, low-fat
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 2 1/2 tbsp honey
- 3 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 1/2 tbsp rosemary or 1 tsp dried, finely chopped fresh
- 1 tbsp parsley finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt to taste
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Place the milk into n microwave-safe bowl and heat just until lukewarm
- Add in the yeast, honey, rosemary, parsley, and garlic, and mix until well combined.
- Place the egg and oil in a mixing bowl and slightly beat, then add it to the milk mixture and whisk well. Mix the flour with 1/4 tsp fine kosher salt.
- Add the flour little by little, to the egg mixture and mix to incorporate. It will form into a crumbly dough; At this point, you can transfer it into a clean floured working surface.
- Lightly grease your hands and knead the dough. Place dough into a bowl, cover, and allow it to sit until it doubled its size, about 1 hour.
- Once the dough has raised, divide it into 14-15 pieces and shape them into balls.
- Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and arrange the balls onto it, making sure you leave about 1-inch space in between. Cover the pan and allow them to rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375F. Place the sheet pan into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Allow the rolls to cool before serving.
Notes
- The recipe makes 12-15 rolls depending on size.
- Choose whole wheat flour, bread flour, or gluten-free flour as preferred.
- Honey can be substituted with regular sugar.
- Use fresh chopped herbs like parsley and rosemary or dried versions.
- Allow full rise times for proper texture; do not rush.
- Brush rolls with olive oil or melted butter before baking for richer crust.
- Store leftovers refrigerated up to 5 days or freeze baked rolls up to 3 months.
- Dough can be frozen before rising; thaw, then rise before baking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12rolls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 161kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 67mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 109IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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