Homemade Dinner Rolls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1¼ cups milk, warmed.
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1 (¼-ounce) package active dry yeast, 2¼ teaspoons.
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2 tablespoons sugar.
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5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted.
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1 teaspoon sea salt.
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3 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled (375g), plus more for kneading.
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Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing.
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for topping).
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Sea salt (for topping).
# Instructions:
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In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, stir together the milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of the sugar. Let the mixture proof for about 5 minutes until the yeast becomes foamy. If the yeast doesn't foam, start again with new yeast.
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Add the remaining sugar, melted butter, and sea salt into the bowl. Mix on low speed to combine. Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined each time. Once all the flour is in, increase the speed to medium and mix for 2 minutes until a cohesive, slightly sticky dough forms.
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Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently to form a ball. If it's too sticky, sprinkle a little more flour as needed. Brush a large bowl with olive oil, place the dough inside, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise for 1 to 2 hours until it doubles in size.
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Brush a baking sheet or a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil. Turn the dough onto a clean work surface and divide into 15 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball with your palms, and place them in the prepared baking dish. Dust them lightly with flour to prevent sticking, cover with plastic wrap, and let them rise for another hour until puffy.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F, positioning the oven rack at a low level.
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Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they're golden brown. Rotate the pan halfway through baking for even browning.
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For the topping, mix the melted butter with a pinch of sea salt in a small bowl. As soon as the rolls come out of the oven, brush them with this buttery mixture and serve warm.
# Notes:
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These rolls can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator overnight after shaping. Let them come to room temperature before baking.
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To freeze, bake and cool completely, then store in a freezer-safe bag. Reheat in the oven when ready to serve.