Featherlight Rolls

Soft, fluffy, and impossibly tender, these Featherlight Rolls are the ultimate addition to any meal. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and a touch of granulated sugar, these rolls achieve their signature pillow-like texture through a careful combination of warm milk, melted butter, and an extended two-step rising process. Perfectly golden and brushed with melted butter straight out of the oven, they’re irresistibly rich yet featherlight, making them a versatile choice for holiday feasts, weeknight dinners, or even brunch spreads. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a foolproof kneading technique, this recipe ensures bakery-quality dinner rolls fresh from your own kitchen. Serve warm and watch them disappear! Keywords: Featherlight Rolls, fluffy dinner rolls, homemade rolls recipe, soft yeast rolls, golden rolls.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup warm water (110°F or 45°C)
• 1 cup whole milk
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of the flour, the yeast, granulated sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Add the warm water, milk, and melted butter to the dry mixture. Stir until combined.

Step 3

Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1-1.5 hours.

Step 7

After the dough has risen, punch it down to release air. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape each piece into a smooth ball.

Step 8

Arrange the balls on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving enough space between each roll for rising. Cover and let rise again for about 30-40 minutes, until doubled in size.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 10

Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and immediately brush the tops with the additional 2 tablespoons of melted butter for an extra soft and shiny finish.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1124.7 grams (1124.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2652

Total Fat 87.00g	112%
Saturated Fat 50.80g	254%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 402mg	134%
Sodium 2541mg	110%
Total Carbohydrate 393.20g	143%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 25.70g
Protein 67.20g	134%

Vitamin D 167IU	833%
Calcium 414mg	32%
Iron 24mg	131%
Potassium 1109mg	24%

*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: 29.8%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 59.9%