Spice Free Classic Yeast Rolls

Total time2 hr 30 min

Prep time25 min

Cook time20 min

4.5

(6)

Few things beat pulling a pan of golden, pillowy rolls straight from the oven, and this classic recipe delivers exactly that kind of simple, soul-satisfying moment. The dough comes together with just milk, flour, egg, butter, sugar, salt, and yeast — nothing hidden, nothing complicated, and absolutely nothing that would raise a flag for anyone avoiding spices or heat. That makes it a genuinely reliable choice when you need a crowd-pleasing bread that everyone at the table can enjoy without a second thought. The technique of adding softened butter gradually during kneading is what gives these rolls their incredibly tender, slightly rich crumb that tears apart beautifully. A double rise builds flavor and that signature soft, fluffy texture, while a generous brush of melted butter right out of the oven gives the tops a glossy, irresistible finish. Serve them warm alongside a roast, a bowl of soup, or honestly just on their own — they really don't need anything else to shine.

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Ingredients

12 servings

For the dough

1 cup whole milk
2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
3 tbsp granulated sugar, divided
3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 tsp fine salt
1 large egg, room temperature
4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened and cut into pieces

For brushing

2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

1
Warm the milk in a small saucepan over low heat until it reaches 105–110°F (40–43°C) on a kitchen thermometer — warm to the touch but not hot. Pour into the bowl of a stand mixer, sprinkle the yeast and 1 tbsp of the sugar over the surface, and let stand for 5–10 minutes until foamy and fragrant.
2
Add the remaining 2 tbsp sugar, the salt, and the egg to the yeast mixture. Add the flour and mix on low speed with the dough hook until a shaggy dough forms, about 2 minutes.

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