Turmeric Free Classic Yeast Rolls

Total time2 hr 30 min

Prep time25 min

Cook time20 min

4.5

(6)

Soft, pillowy, and golden-brown on top, these classic yeast rolls are the kind of baked good that disappears from the table before everything else is even served. The dough comes together with whole milk, butter, and a single egg — straightforward pantry staples with zero hidden spices or anti-inflammatory additives to worry about. That matters more than you'd think, since many store-bought rolls and even homemade recipes can sneak in unexpected seasonings that make them off-limits for anyone avoiding certain compounds. Here, the ingredient list is refreshingly clean and completely transparent. The technique is approachable too: the stand mixer does the heavy lifting during the knead, and two gentle rises build that soft, pull-apart texture that makes these rolls so satisfying. A generous brush of melted butter right out of the oven gives them a rich, glossy finish that tastes every bit as good as it looks. Whether you're serving them alongside a weeknight dinner or a holiday spread, these rolls deliver pure, uncomplicated comfort.

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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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