Easy Big Fat Yeast Rolls: Soft and Fluffy Delights
There’s something truly magical about homemade yeast rolls, especially when they come out of the oven big, fat, and perfectly fluffy. This Easy Big Fat Yeast Rolls recipe is a wonderful way to introduce the joy of baking with yeast, promising rolls that are soft, pillowy, and irresistibly buttery. Ideal for any meal, these rolls are sure to become a new favorite in your home.
The Joy of Homemade Bread
Baking bread at home can be a deeply satisfying experience, and these yeast rolls are a perfect start. They require minimal ingredients and deliver maximum flavor and texture. Whether you’re setting them on your dinner table or bringing them to a potluck, these rolls are sure to impress everyone with their homemade goodness.
- Preparation time: 20 minutes (active), 75 minutes (rising)
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
- Serving: 12 rolls
- Equipment: Large mixing bowl, dough hook, 13×9 inch baking pan
Recipe Title: Easy Big Fat Yeast Rolls
Ingredients:
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 package active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons softened butter (or non-dairy equivalent)
- 1 egg, beaten
- 3 1/2 to 4 cups flour
Directions:
- Prepare Yeast Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and yeast. Add the sugar, salt, softened butter, and beaten egg. Beat these ingredients with a dough hook until well blended.
- Add Flour: Gradually add 3 1/2 to 4 cups of flour to the bowl, mixing until a soft dough forms. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
- Knead the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured board and knead it a few times until it’s smooth.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes, or until it has nearly doubled in size.
- Shape the Rolls: After the first rise, punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured board. Shape the dough into 12 rolls and place them in a greased 13×9 inch baking pan.
- Second Rise: Let the rolls rise again in the pan for about 30 minutes, or until they are puffy.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake the rolls for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Butter the Tops: Immediately after removing the rolls from the oven, brush their tops with softened butter (or a non-dairy equivalent) for a soft, glossy finish.
Serve and Savor
These Easy Big Fat Yeast Rolls are more than just bread; they’re a warm, welcoming addition to any meal. Serve them fresh from the oven for the best experience, and watch as they pull apart in steamy, soft layers that are perfect for slathering with more butter or your favorite spread.
