Good Comfort Food: Homemade Rolls RecipeÂ
There’s something special about homemade rolls fresh from the oven—soft, fluffy, and buttery, they bring warmth to any meal. My 3-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter love helping me make these rolls, and they take pride in shaping the ones in the center. Cooking together makes the kitchen feel even more like home.
These rolls are perfect for pairing with a hearty bowl of soup or simply enjoyed with melted butter. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Ingredients
- 3 cups sifted flour
- 1 cup warm water (105-110°F)
- 2 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp salt
- 2 1/2 tbsp yeast
- 1/2 stick butter (cubed into sugar cube size)
Directions
1. Prepare the Yeast Mixture
- In a bowl, mix sugar and honey into very warm water.
- Stir in the yeast and let it proof in a warm place for 10 minutes until foamy.
2. Mix the Dough
- In a separate bowl, mix salt and butter into the flour until it reaches a coarse consistency.
- Create a well in the center of the flour and pour in the proofed yeast mixture.
- Mix with a rubber spatula until dough begins to form.
3. Knead & Let Rise
- Turn dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 10 minutes, turning a quarter after each knead.
- Cover with a towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and knead lightly for a couple of minutes.
- Roll into a rectangle and cut into desired roll sizes using a pizza cutter.
- Shape each piece into a roll by stretching and folding the top under the bottom.
- Place rolls in a cast iron skillet, cover, and let rise for another hour.
4. Bake the Rolls
- Preheat oven to 365°F around the 40-minute mark of the second rise.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the tops turn golden brown.
- Remove from oven and brush each roll with melted butter.
Pro Tip
- For an extra buttery finish, mix 1 stick of melted butter and drizzle a teaspoon over each roll right after baking.
- These rolls freeze well! Store in an airtight bag and reheat when needed.
Final Thoughts
There’s just something about the smell of fresh bread baking that makes a house feel like home. Whether you’re making these rolls for Sunday dinner, a holiday meal, or just because, they’ll bring comfort and warmth to your table.
Do you love homemade rolls? Let me know your favorite way to enjoy them in the comments!
