Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls

Steps

1. 1

   To prepare the dough, mix the warm milk, yeast, and sugar together in a large mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Lightly stir together, then cover and allow to sit for 5 minutes until the yeast has bloomed (you should see little bubbles and foam at the top).

   Start 5-minute timer
3. 3

   Once bloomed, add the egg, melted butter, salt, and 1 cup of flour. Stir together.

4. 4

   Add the remaining flour gradually, about one cup at a time, mixing in between additions until a dough forms.

5. 5

   Turn the dough onto a clean counter and knead for 5 minutes. The motion should be turn, fold, and repeat until the dough is smooth.

   Start 5-minute timer
6. 6

   Lightly grease a large bowl with oil and place the ball of dough inside, briefly turning it to coat all sides in the oil.

7. 7

   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow to rise in a relatively warm environment for 1-2 hours, or until double in size.

   Start 1-hour timer
8. 8

   Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.

9. 9

   When the dough is ready, punch it down to release the air and divide into 12 equal pieces.

10. 10

    Shape each piece into a smooth ball by rolling them on the countertop under your palm.

11. 11

    Arrange the balls in the prepared baking pan, leaving a little room between them since they will grow during the second rise.

12. 12

    Cover the pan with plastic wrap and allow to rise again until doubled in size, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.

    Start 45-minute timer
13. 13

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (180 °C) (175°C (350 °F)).

14. 14

    Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

    Start 18-minute timer
15. 15

    Remove from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter. Serve warm.