Tree Nut Free Classic Potato Rolls

Soft, pillowy, and golden-topped, these potato rolls are the kind of pull-apart bread that disappears from the table before anything else does. The secret is the mashed russet potato worked right into the dough — it adds a subtle richness and keeps the crumb incredibly tender long after the rolls come out of the oven. Every ingredient here is straightforward pantry staple territory: flour, milk, egg, butter, yeast, and a single potato, so there's nothing hidden to second-guess. That matters when you're avoiding tree nuts, because packaged dinner rolls and bakery breads can be surprisingly risky thanks to shared production lines and enriched doughs that sometimes sneak in nut-based oils or toppings. Making them from scratch puts you fully in control without sacrificing a single bit of flavor or texture. A final brush of melted butter straight out of the oven gives the tops that irresistible glossy finish and a faint richness that makes it nearly impossible to eat just one. Whether they're alongside a holiday roast or a weeknight soup, these rolls earn a permanent spot in the rotation.

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