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Garlic Butter Bread Rolls Recipe

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Prep Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 12 Rolls

Ingredients
  

For the Dough:

  • 3 1/4 cups 400g all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup 180ml warm milk (110°F or 43°C)
  • 1/4 cup 60ml warm water (110°F or 43°C)
  • 4 tablespoons 55g unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg

For the Garlic Butter:

  • 4 tablespoons 55g unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley or 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Activate the Yeast:
    In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy. If the mixture doesn’t bubble, your yeast may be inactive; try again with fresh yeast.
  • Make the Dough:
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, warm milk, melted butter, and the egg. Mix until a sticky dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 6-8 minutes.
  • First Rise:
    Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  • Shape the Rolls:
    Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a smooth ball and place them on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
  • Second Rise:
    Cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise for 30 minutes, until puffy.
  • Bake:
    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Prepare the Garlic Butter:
    While the rolls are baking, mix the melted butter with minced garlic, parsley, and salt.
  • Brush with Garlic Butter:
    Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately brush them generously with the garlic butter. Serve warm.