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Say hello to your new favorite dinner rolls. These soft, airy delights are enriched with butter and brushed with an irresistible honey-garlic glaze that adds just the right touch of sweet-savory magic. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy weeknight meal, these rolls will quickly find their way onto your “must-make” list.
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for kneading)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for brushing)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
Instructions
Begin by stirring the warm milk, yeast, and sugar together in a small bowl. Let this mixture rest for about five minutes, or until it starts to foam slightly on top. That’s your cue that the yeast is ready to make these rolls rise.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture along with the melted butter. Knead by hand or with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook until the dough is smooth and slightly tacky—about 8 to 10 minutes of kneading should do the trick. Shape the dough into a ball, place it in a greased bowl, and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rest in a warm spot until it’s doubled in size, roughly an hour.
Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball and arrange them in a greased baking dish. Cover again with the towel and let the rolls rise a second time, about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the honey, minced garlic, and a tablespoon of melted butter in a small bowl. Bake the rolls for 18 to 20 minutes at 375°F, or until lightly golden on top. Brush the warm rolls with half of the honey-garlic mixture right out of the oven, saving the rest to drizzle on just before serving.
Light, fluffy, and infused with the comforting aroma of garlic and honey, these rolls will delight anyone who craves sweet, savory bread perfection. They’re a treat for all ages—and easily adapted by switching up the sweetener or experimenting with roasted garlic instead of raw. Whether served alongside a hearty soup, a holiday spread, or simply enjoyed on their own, these irresistible butter rolls promise to dazzle at the table.
