Easy Homemade Rolls
Get ready to elevate your baking game with these delightful homemade rolls! There are countless creative ways to shape loaves of bread, buns, and rolls, from classic round rolls to cloverleaf, crescent, and knotted varieties. My versatile dough recipe is a true kitchen superstar, perfect for crafting everything from cinnamon rolls to sweet rolls and even loaves of bread. Today, we’re focusing on making large, fluffy classic round rolls that are perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients:
2 ½ tablespoons of active dry yeast
1 1/4 cups of warm water
1 tablespoon of honey
1/3 cup of cooking oil
1/4 to 1/2 cup of granulated Splenda or regular sugar
1 teaspoon of seasoning salt or kosher salt
4 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour
Let’s Get Baking!
First, grab a big bowl and mix together 2 ½ tablespoons of active dry yeast, 1 1/4 cups of warm water, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Give it a good stir and let it sit for about 10 to 15 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when it gets all frothy and bubbly!
Next, add in 1/3 cup of cooking oil, 1/4 to 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir it all up, and then add 4 cups of all-purpose flour. Mix until everything is combined.
Now it’s time to knead! This means you’ll be using your hands to squish and fold the dough for about 5 to 8 minutes. It should feel soft and stretchy when you’re done.
After that, lightly grease 2 baking sheets and set them aside. Now comes the fun part—shaping your rolls! You can make them round, cloverleaf, or even knotted. Today, we’re making classic round rolls, but I’m making them a bit bigger so they can be used for burgers or sandwiches!
To shape your rolls, pinch off a piece of dough that’s about the size you want your rolls to be. Remember, the dough will rise and get bigger! To make your rolls look nice and smooth, make sure to knead the dough until it’s soft and elastic, and shape them tightly.
Place your shaped rolls on the greased baking sheets, leaving some space between each one. Let them rest for about 45 minutes so they can double in size.
Now, preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake your rolls for about 12 to 15 minutes, or until they look golden brown and delicious!
And there you have it! Enjoy your fluffy homemade rolls!