So, I decided to bake some dinner rolls today. I’ve been craving some homemade bread lately, and I stumbled upon this recipe titled “KitchenAid 60 Minute Dinner Rolls”. I thought, “Why not give it a shot?” Sixty minutes sounded pretty quick for making bread from scratch.
I gathered all my ingredients first. I made sure I had everything I needed: flour, yeast, sugar, salt, milk, butter, and an egg. I always do this because it’s annoying to realize you’re missing something mid-recipe. Then I warmed up the milk and melted the butter in the microwave. Nothing fancy, just a quick zap to get them to the right temperature.
Next, I got out my trusty KitchenAid stand mixer. This thing is a lifesaver. I dumped in the warm milk, melted butter, sugar, and yeast. Gave it a little mix with the dough hook and let it sit for a few minutes. I wanted to make sure the yeast was active and bubbly.
Once the yeast was looking good, I added in the egg and salt. Then, gradually, I started adding the flour, one cup at a time. I let the mixer do its thing, kneading the dough until it was smooth and elastic. It took about 5 minutes or so, but I kept an eye on it to make sure it didn’t get too tough.
After the dough was ready, I turned it out onto a lightly floured surface. I divided the dough into equal pieces, around 12, and shaped them into little balls. They looked so cute! I placed them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure to leave some space between each one.
Then came the waiting game. I covered the rolls with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise in a warm spot for about 30 minutes. They puffed up nicely, almost doubling in size. While they were rising, I preheated the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Finally, it was time to bake! I popped the rolls into the oven and baked them for around 15-20 minutes. They turned golden brown, and my kitchen smelled amazing, like a bakery. I took them out and brushed the tops with a little melted butter for extra flavor.
The Result
- Appearance: Golden brown and fluffy.
- Texture: Soft and tender on the inside, with a slightly crusty top.
- Taste: Buttery and delicious. They tasted like they took hours to make, not just one!
These rolls were a hit! They were perfect with dinner, and I even had a couple for breakfast the next day. I’m definitely making these again. The recipe was easy to follow, and the KitchenAid mixer made the whole process so much simpler. It was worth it. I recommend giving it a try if you want some homemade goodness without spending all day in the kitchen.
