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Old Fashioned Yeast Rolls

Delightfully fluffy rolls with a golden crust, perfect for any meal and a nostalgic family favorite.
Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast 1 packet
  • ½ cup granulated sugar Can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk (warm) Warm, not hot, for activating yeast.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted) Plus extra for greasing baking dish.
  • 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, mix the warm milk and sugar, then sprinkle the yeast on top. Let it rest for about 5-10 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter and beaten eggs. Once the yeast mixture is ready, add this combination to the frothy yeast.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  5. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface, and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Rising
  1. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm spot until it doubles in size (about 1 hour).
  2. Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them in a greased baking dish.
  3. Cover the rolls again and let them rise for another 30 minutes, or until puffy.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
  3. Remove the rolls from the oven, brush with additional melted butter if desired, and let them cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Once baked, store rolls at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.