why make this recipe
Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls are a delicious addition to any meal. They are soft, fluffy, and bursting with garlic flavor. These rolls are perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or even as a snack. The buttery garlic topping makes them irresistible. Plus, they are easy to make and require simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen.
how to make Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls
Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (like parsley or thyme), chopped
Directions:
- In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foam forms.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs. Knead until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Punch down the dough, shape it into balls, and place them in a greased baking dish.
- Let the rolls rise again for 30 minutes.
- Brush with melted garlic butter and sprinkle with herbs.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
how to serve Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls
These rolls are best served warm. You can serve them as a side dish with your favorite meals like pasta, soup, or salad. They also make a great snack on their own. For extra flavor, offer some extra garlic butter for dipping.
how to store Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls
To store the rolls, let them cool completely, then place them in an airtight container. They can be kept at room temperature for up to 2 days. If you want to store them longer, you can freeze the rolls. Just wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag. They can be frozen for up to 3 months.
tips to make Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls
- Make sure your milk is warm, but not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- Kneading the dough well helps develop gluten, which makes the rolls fluffy.
- Don’t skip the second rise; it helps the rolls become light and airy.
- Experiment with different herbs for the garlic butter topping to suit your taste.
variation
You can add cheese to the rolls for a cheesy garlic butter roll. Just mix in shredded cheese into the dough before the first rise.
FAQs
Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes, you can use whole wheat flour, but it may result in denser rolls. You can also mix whole wheat flour with all-purpose flour for a lighter texture.
What if I don’t have fresh herbs?
If you don’t have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs. Just use about 1 teaspoon instead of a tablespoon.
Can I make these rolls ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it. Just let it come to room temperature before shaping and baking the rolls.
Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls
Soft, fluffy dinner rolls bursting with garlic flavor, perfect for any meal.
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (like parsley or thyme), chopped
Instructions
- Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foam forms.
- Combine flour and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs. Knead until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Punch down the dough, shape it into balls, and place them in a greased baking dish.
- Let the rolls rise again for 30 minutes.
- Brush with melted garlic butter and sprinkle with herbs.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For extra flavor, offer some extra garlic butter for dipping. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
