Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls

Prep: 1

Cook: 20

Total Time: 1 20

Yield: 12 rolls

Course: Bread

Cuisine: American

Calories: 93kcal

Author: Jessica Gavin

Easy to make whole wheat dinner rolls will be a hit at your next holiday party! Only one rise required so these freshly baked rolls will be a quick and simple homemade bread recipe.

Ingredients

▢ ¾ cup (106 g) whole wheat flour, or white whole wheat
▢ 2 envelopes (28 g) rapid rise yeast, Fleischmann's RapidRise Yeast
▢ 2 tablespoons (25 g) sugar
▢ ½ teaspoon (3 g) kosher salt
▢ ½ cup (120 ml) milk
▢ ¼ cup (60 ml) water
▢ 2 tablespoons (30 g) unsalted butter
▢ 1 ¼ cup (177 g) all-purpose flour
▢ 1 egg

Special Equipment

Instructions

Combine Dry Ingredients - In the bowl of a stand mixer, add whole wheat flour, undissolved yeast, sugar, and salt.
Warm the Milk - In a small saucepan, combine the milk, water, and butter. Heat over medium heat until the mixture reaches 120 to 130°F (48 to 54ºC). It should feel very warm but not hot.
Add the Wet Ingredients - Add the milk mixture to the flour mixture. Whisk on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Make the Dough - Add ¼ cup all-purpose flour and whisk on high speed for 2 minutes. Mix in the remaining all-purpose flour on medium speed to make a soft dough, up to 1 ¼ cup flour total.
Change to a dough hook and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 to 10 minutes. Alternatively, knead on a lightly floured surface.
Cover and let the dough rest for 10 minutes
Portion and Shape - Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape into balls. Place in greased 8 or 9-inch round pan, baking dish, or cast iron skillet.
Let the Dough Rise - Cover rolls lightly with foil, plastic wrap, or a kitchen towel. Let rise in a warm draft-free area until doubled in size, about 30 to 40 minutes.
Heat the Oven - Set the oven rack to the center position and heat to 375ºF (190ºC).
Bake - In a small bowl, whisk the egg. Brush the tops of the rolls with egg wash. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
To Serve - If desired, brush the rolls with melted butter before serving. Immediately remove the rolls from the pan. Serve warm or cool on a wire rack.

Notes

Flour Substitutes: All whole wheat or white whole wheat flour can be used for a heartier roll. Less flour may be needed to create the dough since these flours absorb more water.
Storing: Store in an air-tight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
Reheating: Heat in the oven at 350ºF (177ºF) until warm, adding more time if frozen. Wrap in foil if desired to prevent browning. Alternatively, microwave in 15-second increments until warm.

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