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Classic Old-Fashioned Dinner Rolls

These soft, pillowy dinner rolls are just like the ones Grandma used to make for every holiday gathering. There's something so special about serving warm, homemade rolls straight from the oven—your family will absolutely love them! The secret is in the simple ingredients and a little patience while they rise.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 18 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup warm milk 110°F
  • 2 tablespoons active dry yeast
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup butter melted
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted (for brushing)

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add melted butter, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until well combined.
  3. Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. Punch down dough and divide into 18 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place in a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
  6. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  7. Bake for 16-18 minutes until golden brown. Brush tops with melted butter immediately after removing from oven. Serve warm.