Prep Time: 20 minutes
Rise Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Cuisine: American
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
For the Garlic Butter
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Step 1: Activate the Yeast
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let the mixture rest for 5–10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
Step 2: Prepare the Dough
Add the melted butter, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms.
Step 3: Knead
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If using a stand mixer, knead with the dough hook for about 6 minutes.
Step 4: First Rise
Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a clean towel or plastic wrap and allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Step 5: Shape the Rolls
Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth ball.
Step 6: Arrange in Skillet
Grease a 10-inch cast iron skillet with butter. Arrange the dough balls evenly inside the skillet, leaving a little space between each one.
Step 7: Second Rise
Cover the skillet and allow the rolls to rise for 30 minutes until they become puffy.
Step 8: Bake
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 22–25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
Step 9: Make the Garlic Butter
While the rolls bake, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, garlic powder, and salt in a small bowl.
Step 10: Finish and Serve
Brush the warm rolls generously with the garlic butter immediately after removing them from the oven. Allow them to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Recipe Tips
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- Make sure the milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- Do not over-flour the dough; a slightly sticky dough produces softer rolls.
- Brush with a second layer of garlic butter just before serving for extra richness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Serving Suggestions
These garlic butter dinner rolls pair perfectly with:
- Roast chicken
- Beef stew
- Creamy soups
- Pasta dishes
- Holiday turkey dinners
- Grilled steak
- Fresh salads
Storage
Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for about 8 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information (Per Roll)
- Calories: 210
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 28mg
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 3g
- Calcium: 55mg
- Iron: 2mg