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Awesome Butter Rolls Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible flavor of our Awesome Butter Rolls! These fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth rolls are made with a secret ingredient: a small pat of butter nestled in the center of each roll before baking. The tops are brushed with melted butter for an extra-soft crust. Get ready for a taste sensation that's guaranteed to become a family favorite! (Rising times are not included in prep time.)

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 177.9 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.4 (9 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Awesome Butter Rolls

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How to Make Awesome Butter Rolls

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve 1 teaspoon of sugar in 1/4 cup of warm water (105-115°F). Add 2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast and let stand until foamy (about 5-10 minutes).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the foamy yeast mixture, 1 cup of warm milk (105-115°F), 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) of softened unsalted butter, and 1 large egg.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1-1.5 hours).
  6. Gently punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball, encasing a 1-teaspoon pat of softened butter in the center of each.
  7. Place the rolls onto a lightly greased baking sheet, leaving some space between them. Cover and let rise again until almost doubled (about 30-45 minutes).
  8. Brush the tops of the rolls generously with melted butter.
  9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

15g

Carbs

9g

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