Soft and Fluffy Amish Dinner Rolls Recipe
Ingredients
1 cup warm water (110°F)
2 ¼ teaspoons dry yeast
½ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
3 ½ cups all purpose flour
2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Directions
1: Activate the Yeast
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water (110°F is ideal).
Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy and bubbly this means your yeast is active and ready to rise.
2: Mix the Dough
Add sugar, vegetable oil, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture and stir well to combine.
Gradually add flour one cup at a time, mixing after each addition until a soft dough begins to form.
3: Knead and Rest
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4: Shape the Rolls
Once risen, punch down the dough gently and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
Roll each piece into a ball and arrange in a greased baking dish, leaving a little space between each for spreading.
5: Final Rise and Bake
Cover the shaped rolls and let them rise for another 30 minutes until puffy.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Brush each roll generously with melted butter before baking.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the kitchen smells like home.
6: Serve and Savor
Let cool slightly and serve warm. They’re delicious with butter, jam, or used to mop up sauces and gravies.
