Description
These homemade garlic dinner rolls are soft, fluffy, and infused with savory garlic flavor. Perfect as a side for any meal, these rolls come out golden brown with a tender crumb, thanks to a yeast-based dough enriched with butter and a hint of garlic. Follow these simple steps for fluffy, aromatic rolls that will impress your family and guests.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature while you prepare the dough.
- Activate Yeast: In a bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir lightly and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the melted butter, salt, minced garlic, and egg into the yeast mixture. Stir well to combine all the wet ingredients evenly.
- Add Flour: Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour until a soft dough forms. The dough should be slightly tacky but not sticky.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm area for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Shape Rolls: Punch down the risen dough to release air. Divide it into 12 equal-sized balls.
- Second Rise: Arrange the dough balls in a greased baking dish. Cover and let them rise again for 30 minutes to become puffy.
- Bake: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until they turn a golden brown on top.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter right after baking.
- You can substitute all-purpose flour with bread flour for chewier texture.
- Make sure the water is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- Allow the dough enough time to rise for fluffier rolls.
- These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
