Easy Crusty Bread Rolls

Bring the bakery to your kitchen with these *Easy Crusty Bread Rolls*—a foolproof recipe perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike! Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and olive oil, these rolls are delightfully crusty on the outside while staying soft and fluffy on the inside. The magic lies in creating steam during baking, which gives them that irresistibly golden, artisan-style crust. Ready in just over an hour, these homemade bread rolls are perfect for weeknight dinners, sandwiches, or simply served warm with a pat of butter. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, they're a must-try for anyone who loves fresh, homemade bread!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams all-purpose flour
• 7 grams active dry yeast
• 10 grams sugar
• 10 grams salt
• 300 milliliters warm water
• 15 milliliters olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 2

Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the warm water and olive oil.

Step 3

Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix until the dough comes together. It will be slightly sticky at this stage.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal portions.

Step 7

Shape each portion into a ball and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them evenly to allow room for spreading.

Step 8

Cover the rolls with a kitchen towel and let them rise again for about 20-30 minutes until puffed up.

Step 9

While the rolls are rising, preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F). If desired, place an empty baking tray on the bottom rack of the oven to create steam later.

Step 10

Before baking, dust the rolls lightly with flour for a rustic look. Optionally, score the tops with a sharp knife or razor blade for decorative slits.

Step 11

Right before placing the rolls in the oven, pour a cup of hot water into the empty baking tray at the bottom of the oven to create steam. This will help achieve a crisp crust.

Step 12

Bake the rolls on the middle rack for 18-22 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 13

Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	845.5 grams (845.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2009

Total Fat 19.40g	25%
Saturated Fat 3.00g	15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3946mg	172%
Total Carbohydrate 394.20g	143%
Dietary Fiber 15.00g	54%
Total Sugars 11.10g
Protein 54.30g	109%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 70mg	5%
Iron 24mg	131%
Potassium 677mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 8.9%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 80.1%