Introduction:
Bread is an exquisite dish that extends soft pillowy comfort and can be turned into different cuisines. Bread can be anything from a dinner roll to sandwich or a side with butter. If its freshly baked it never ceases to brings satisfaction. The following recipe will help you understand how to bake soft fluffy bread rolls.
Ingredients:
Bread flour- 4 Cups(500g) Instant yeast
– 1 packet(7g) Salt
– 1 tsp Sugar
– 2 tbs Warm milk
– 1 cup(240ml) Unsalted butter
– 1/4 cup(60g) melted Large egg
– 1 Extra flour
– For dusting
Instructions:
Making the Dough: In a separate bowl combine warm milk, melted butter, egg, mix them with a soft dough and combine with the other mixture containing flour, yeast, salt and sugar.
Kneading: Knead the dough on a surface that has been dusted with flour and knead for 8-10 minutes.
First Rise: Use a greased bowl and place the dough into it but cover the dough with a cloth or plastic wrap and keep it to a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
SUsing the dough mix equal balls of about 8-10 pieces and place them on a baking tray which has been lined with parchment paper, and shape them accordingly.
Second Rise: Using a towel, cover the shaped dough up in order to allow it to rise for 30-45 minutes, or until it puffs.
Bake:
Start off by preheating the oven to a temperature of 350F. You would need to keep the dough rolls in the oven for 18-22 minutes so they can turn a golden brown color.
Moving onto your next step, let’s talk about cooling, you have to let the rolls cool down a bit before serving them.
Hints for Success:
Keep in mind when using milk to activate the yeast that’s its warm and not hot.
Make sure to include kneading when making the dough as it helps in a smooth texture!
If you want your rolls to have an extra-soft crust, brush the dough with melted butter after its baked.
Health Benefits:
Helps provide energy as its rich in carbohydrates.
You can always make changes to it like using whole wheat flour which would increase the fiber content.
Compared to normal bread bought from the store, homemade bread has less additives and preservatives.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving)
Calories: ~180 kcal
Protein: 4g Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Variations and Substitutions:
Flour: On healthier days, you can use a pinch more of whole wheat flour in place of bread flour.
Milk: If a vegan version is to be made then don’t add dairy milk.
Flavor: You can use cheese, herbs, or garlic in the dough to give it a different flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Can I freeze the dough?
Yes, but make sure to freeze it only after you’ve shaped it, once done thaw it and then bake it.
How can I tell if my dough was proofed correctly?
Just lightly press a finger on the dough if it starts to slowly bounce back then it means its ready.
Is it possible to use active dry yeast in place of the instant yeast?
It is possible, but let the active dry yeast to dissolve in warm milk first for a maximum of five minutes, for activation.
Conclusion:
Nothing beats the smell of freshly baked bread filling up the house and the wonderful taste that comes with it, so making it at home can be quite an endeavor. This bread is soft, fluffy, and goes well with almost anything. It is also suitable for any level of baker. Bites taste great!
