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Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls

Irresistibly Soft Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls for Cozy Nights

These Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls are fluffy, flavorful, and perfect for cozy nights, elevating every meal with their irresistible aroma.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 7 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Warm to 110°F
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Ensure fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Can be omitted for lower sweetness
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Bread flour can be used for chewiness
  • 1 large Egg Or use a flax egg for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Measure accurately
For the Topping
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Softened; can substitute with margarine
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped; optional

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm whole milk to 110°F, sprinkle in yeast and sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
  2. Combine yeast mixture, flour, egg, and salt in a large bowl. Mix until shaggy and pulling away.
  3. Knead dough on a floured surface for 15 minutes until smooth and elastic. Form into a ball.
  4. Place in greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 90 minutes.
  5. Punch down dough, divide into 12 portions, shape into balls, and place on a baking sheet.
  6. Cover with a towel and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush rolls with egg wash and bake for 20-22 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Melt butter in a skillet, sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes. Brush rolls with garlic butter, add parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best taste, serve fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days, or freeze unbaked dough for future meals.

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