Quick Easter Dinner Rolls

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup whole milk, warm
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• Extra butter for brushing

Steps

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and 1 tsp sugar in warm milk. Let it sit 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs to the flour. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
6. Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball and place them close together in a greased baking pan.
7. Cover and let rise another 20-30 minutes until puffy.
8. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush rolls with melted butter and bake for 18-22 minutes, until golden brown.
9. Brush with additional butter once out of the oven and serve warm.

Tips

• For softer rolls, replace half of the milk with cream.
• You can sprinkle a pinch of sugar or coarse salt on top before baking for extra flavor.
• Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure milk is warm but not hot (around 110°F / 43°C).

These quick Easter dinner rolls are soft, buttery, and perfect for holiday meals. They’re easy to make and can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven with butter or as a side for any festive dish.