Homemade Dinner Rolls
Soft, fluffy, and buttery — these homemade dinner rolls are perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
• 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
• 2 tsp yeast
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 1¼ cups warm milk
• ¼ cup oil
• 2 eggs
• ½ tsp salt
For brushing:
• 1 egg white + 2 tbsp water (for egg wash)
• 2 tbsp melted butter (after baking)
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine the yeast and sugar, then add the warm milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
2. Add the oil, salt, and eggs. Gradually add the flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing as you go.
3. Knead the dough for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Divide the dough into 16–24 pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and arrange them on a baking pan.
6. Let the rolls rest and rise again for 30 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
8. Brush the tops with egg wash. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Brush with melted butter immediately after baking.
10. Serve warm with soup, coffee, or tea.
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Classic Donuts
Soft, sweet, and golden — perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat.
Ingredients
• 1 pack rapid rise yeast
• ¼ cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup warm milk
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup butter, softened
• 4½ cups all-purpose flour
• Oil for frying
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
2. Add eggs, butter, salt, and flour. Mix until combined, then knead until smooth and elastic.
3. Cover and let the dough rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Divide the dough into 2 portions. Roll out on a floured surface to ¼ inch thickness.
5. Cut into donut shapes with a cutter.
6. Heat oil in a deep frying pan (about 3 inches deep). Fry the donuts until golden brown on both sides.
7. Drain on paper towels or a wire rack.
8. Roll in white sugar or coat with glaze/cinnamon sugar. Serve warm and enjoy!
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Pizza Dough
A simple, soft, and versatile pizza dough that works for thin or thick crust.
Ingredients
• 1 tsp yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• ¾ cup warm water
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp oil
• ½ tsp salt
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let it rest for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In another bowl, mix the flour and salt.
3. Add the yeast mixture and oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
4. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth.
5. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise until doubled in size.
6. Punch down the dough to release air bubbles.
• For thin crust, divide into 2 portions.
• For thick crust, use the whole dough.
7. Roll out to your desired thickness and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Preheat the oven to 475 °F. Let the dough rest for 15 minutes.
9. Add your favorite toppings. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden and the cheese melts.
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