These fluffy dinner rolls bake up pillowy and golden—perfect for holidays, weeknight dinners, or whenever you want bakery-quality rolls at home. Swipe to make it!
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
Made with a Japanese-style starter, these dinner rolls taste like a cross between classic dinner rolls and soft garlic bread—rich, fragrant, and melt-in-your-mouth fluffy.
INGREDIENTS FOR THE ROLLS
– Bread flour
– Milk powder
– Garlic powder
– Salt
– Sugar
– Active dry yeast
– Egg
– Butter
– Japanese starter
– Whole milk
In a small saucepan, whisk together the water, milk, and flour until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens into a soft paste.
STEP 1: MAKE THE STARTER
STEP 2: MAKE THE DOUGH
Combine the bread dough ingredients. Whisk to evenly distribute. Add the remaining ingredients. Mix until a soft, sticky dough forms. Knead until smooth.
STEP 3: FIRST RISE
Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
STEP 4: SHAPE THE ROLLS
Punch down the risen dough to release air. Divide into 12–15 equal portions. Shape each into a smooth ball. Arrange the balls in a greased or baking dish.
STEP 5: SECOND RISE
Cover again and let rise the dough rise for 30–45 minutes, or until puffy and nearly doubled.
STEP 6: BAKE
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the rolls feel light and airy.
STEP 7: MAKE THE ROASTED GARLIC HERB BUTTER
Mash the roasted garlic in a small bowl. Mix in softened butter, fresh thyme, chives, and salt until smooth and spreadable.
STEP 8: FINISH & SERVE
Brush the hot rolls generously with the roasted garlic butter as soon as they come out of the oven. Serve warm, soft, and fragrant.
PRO TIPS
- Use bread flour for a fluffy, pillowy texture
- Prepare the dough in advance, refrigerate overnight, then bake the next day
- Add shredded cheddar cheese to the dough for cheesy rolls
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