Okay, here’s my sharing about how I made these quick and easy homemade rolls.
So, I’ve been craving some warm, fluffy bread lately. You know, the kind that just melts in your mouth? But, I didn’t wanna spend hours in the kitchen. That’s when I thought, why not try making some quick and easy homemade rolls? I mean, how hard could it be, right?
First thing I did was gather all my ingredients. I grabbed some flour, yeast, sugar, salt, warm water, and a bit of oil. Nothing fancy, just the usual stuff you’d find in your pantry. I preheated my oven to 400℉, ’cause that seemed like a good temperature for baking bread.
Next, I took out my trusty stand mixer bowl and dumped in the warm water, oil, and yeast. I let that sit for a few minutes, just to give the yeast a chance to wake up and do its thing. While I was waiting, I mixed the flour, sugar, and salt in a separate bowl. I’m not sure why I did it separately, but it felt right. Maybe it helps the dry ingredients get to know each other before the party starts.
Once the yeast mixture was all bubbly, I slowly added the dry ingredients to the wet ones, mixing on low speed. I kept adding flour until the dough started pulling away from the sides of the bowl. It felt like a good workout for my arms, but I’m sure a stand mixer would’ve been easier. Anyway, I kneaded the dough for a few more minutes, just to make sure it was nice and smooth. It felt satisfying, like playing with Play-Doh, but tastier. I’m not say that I ate it at that time.
Then came the fun part – shaping the rolls! I divided the dough into equal pieces and rolled them into little balls. They didn’t look perfect, but who cares, as long as they tasted good. I placed them on a baking sheet, leaving some space in between, ’cause I knew they’d rise.
Before popping them in the oven, I brushed them with some melted butter. That’s a game changer. Trust me. It makes them soft and, adds buttery flavor. Also, I found a tip online saying it helps with the texture, so I did it.
- Preheated oven to 400℉.
- Mixed warm water, oil, and yeast. Let it sit.
- Combined flour, sugar, and salt.
- Added dry ingredients to wet, mixed, and kneaded.
- Shaped dough into rolls.
- Brushed with melted butter.
- Baked for about 15-20 minutes.
Here’s a quick recap of what I did:
I baked them for about 15-20 minutes, or until they were golden brown. The smell in my kitchen was heavenly. It was like a bakery exploded in there, in the best way possible. When they were done, I took them out and let them cool for a bit. But, let’s be honest, I couldn’t resist and took a bite while they were still warm. Oh. My. Goodness. They were so soft, fluffy, and delicious! I added an egg and milk in my dough, cause I want a soft texture.
I was so proud of myself! I made bread! From scratch! And it was actually good! These rolls were way better than any store-bought ones. Plus, they were super easy to make. Even I, a person who can barely boil water without burning it, managed to pull it off. And I think the key is not to use too much flour. I read online, too much flour could make the rolls tough. So, I was careful about that.
So, if you’re looking for a quick and easy way to satisfy your bread cravings, give these homemade rolls a try. You won’t regret it! They’re perfect for dinner, breakfast, or just a snack. And the best part? You can totally customize them! Add some herbs, cheese, or whatever your heart desires. Go wild! But make sure you do not use too much flour, or it will be tough.