The Softest Homemade Cloverleaf Dinner Rolls
These rolls are warm, inviting, and embody a perfect blend of flavor and texture, making them ideal for any meal.
Servings: 24 rolls
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Muffin Tin
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Use good quality flour for fluffiness.
- 1 teaspoon Fine Salt Enhances flavor and controls fermentation.
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Warm Water Temperature should be between 100°F to 110°F.
- 2.25 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Typically one packet; ensure it's fresh.
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Feeds the yeast and aids in browning.
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted; not too hot when added to dough.
- 1/2 cup Milk Warmed to a similar temperature as water.
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Mix well.
- Add the yeast mixture, warmed milk, and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Stir until the dough comes together.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Oil a bowl, place the dough inside, cover, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough, divide it into 24 pieces, and roll each into a ball.
- Place three balls in each cup of a greased muffin tin to form cloverleaf shapes.
- Cover the muffin tin and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the rolls cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Serve warm with butter or your favorite spread.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.