Breakfast Rolls – Warm, Fluffy & Make-Ahead Friendly
Easy recipe for warm, fluffy breakfast rolls that are perfect for busy mornings and can be made ahead.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm whole milk
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- Optional fillings: scrambled eggs, cheese, sausage, jam
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until foamy (5–10 minutes).
- Stir in eggs, butter, and salt.
- Add flour gradually, kneading until dough is soft and elastic (5–8 minutes).
- Let dough rise, covered, in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
- Punch down and divide into 12 pieces. Fill if desired and shape into rolls.
- Place in greased baking dish and let rise again for 30–45 minutes.
- Bake at 375°F for 18–22 minutes, until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving. Brush with melted butter if desired.
Notes
- Refrigerate shaped rolls overnight for make-ahead prep.
- Store baked rolls in an airtight container or freeze individually.
- Use plant-based milk and butter for dairy-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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