Homemade Potato Dinner Rolls: A Fluffy Delight
Prepare to elevate your dinner table with these Homemade Potato Dinner Rolls, a delightful addition that will impress even the most discerning of palates. Combining the richness of mashed potatoes with the light, airy texture of freshly baked rolls, this recipe is a testament to the art of bread-making. The journey begins with activating the yeast, where warm milk, sugar, and melted butter create the perfect environment for the yeast to flourish. Mashed potatoes are then incorporated into the mixture, adding a subtle sweetness and moisture that will keep the rolls soft and tender.
As you knead the dough, you’ll feel it transform under your hands, becoming elastic and smooth. After allowing it to rise and doubling in size, you’ll shape the dough into individual rolls, each one a small masterpiece waiting to be baked to golden perfection. A final brush of egg wash adds a beautiful sheen to the rolls, enhancing their visual appeal and giving them a glossy finish.
The aroma of freshly baked bread will fill your kitchen as these rolls bake to a golden brown hue, promising a soft and fluffy interior that pairs perfectly with a pat of butter or a dollop of your favorite jam. Whether served alongside a hearty stew or as the star of a holiday feast, these Homemade Potato Dinner Rolls are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. So go ahead, take your bread-making skills to the next level and delight in the joy of baking these delicious rolls from scratch.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- Two medium potatoes (equivalent to one cup of mashed potatoes)
- 0.5 ounces of hot milk
- Two and a quarter tablespoons of active dry yeast (one package)
- Four cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- For the egg wash, beat one big egg
Instructions:
- Wake Up the Yeast: In a big basin, combine the yeast, sugar, melted butter, and warm milk. Activate the yeast by letting it rest for 5 to 10 minutes, or until you see foam.
- Potatoes Should Be Incorporated: Mash some potatoes and stir them into the yeast mixture.
- Gather Flour and Salt: While stirring, slowly incorporate the flour and salt into the mixture until a dough is formed.
- After transferring the dough to a floured surface, knead it for about five to seven minutes, or until it becomes elastic and smooth.
- First Rise: After greasing a bowl, let the dough in a warm spot to rise for one to two hours, or until it has doubled in size. You can cover it with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap if needed.
- Prepare the dough for shaping by punching it down and dividing it into parts of similar size. Roll out the mixture into small balls and arrange them, spaced apart, on a prepared baking dish.
- The second rise should take place after 30–45 minutes, when the rolls should have doubled in size, and should be covered.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
- Beat the egg wash and brush it over the rolls’ tops.
- Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown.
