Make Ahead Yeast Rolls
Total Time
3 hours 20 minutes
Prep Time
3 hours
Cook Time
20 minutes
Rating
4.9 out of 5 stars
(14)
Ingredients
15 servings
- ½ cup warm whole milk, 105-110 degrees F
- ½ cup warm water, 105-110 degrees F
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3 tablespoons sugar, divided
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 large egg
- 3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, divided
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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Preparation
Step 1
Combine milk, water, yeast, 1 tablespoon sugar and salt in a small bowl; let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with paddle attachment, beat butter and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Beat in egg until well combined. Beat in yeast mixture and 2 1/2 cups flour until a smooth batter forms.
Step 3
Using the dough hook, gradually add remaining 1 – 1 1/4 cups flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft, smooth ball of dough is formed. The dough should feel elastic and slightly tacky to the touch. Increase speed to medium-high and beat for 3 minutes.
Step 4
Lightly oil a large bowl or coat with nonstick spray; place dough in bowl, turning to coat. Cover; place into the refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight.
Step 5
Gently deflate dough by punching down. Roll into a 15-inch rope; cut into 15 1-inch pieces, pressing each piece into a disk, then shaping into a ball.
Step 6
Lightly oil a 9×13 baking dish or coat with nonstick spray. Place dough balls into the prepared baking dish. Cover with a clean dishtowel and let stand in a warm spot until dough has doubled in size, about 30-45 minutes.
Step 7
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place into oven and bake until golden brown, about 18-22 minutes; brush tops with melted butter.
Step 8
Serve warm.
Step 9
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