Deliciously Soft Christmas Eve Dinner Rolls
Experience the joy of homemade Christmas Eve dinner rolls that are warm, fluffy, and irresistibly buttery. Perfect for holiday feasts or cozy family dinners, these rolls create an inviting aroma that fills your home with festive cheer. With their golden-brown crust and soft interior, they’re sure to steal the show at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup whole milk (warm)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar; sprinkle in yeast and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- Create a well in the flour mixture; add melted butter, warm milk, eggs, and the activated yeast mixture. Mix until combined.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Punch down dough, divide into roughly 12 pieces, shape into balls, and arrange on a greased baking sheet.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover rolls while preheating.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding herbs or cheese to the dough before baking. You can substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat for added nutrition.