These rich and buttery Brioche Dinner Rolls are the perfect addition to any thanksgiving, holiday or family get together. They are perfect to serve with both sweet and savoury dishes and are sure to spice up your regular dinner spread.
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Soft brioche dinner rolls are irresistible. These fluffy, buttery delights are perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a family gathering, dinner party, or simply a cozy night at home, brioche dinner rolls are guaranteed to please. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through an easy-to-follow recipe for making soft brioche dinner rolls, along with tips and techniques for achieving the perfect result. So, let’s get started!
Benefits and Characteristics of Brioche Dinner Rolls
Brioche dinner rolls are popular for many reasons. These soft, fluffy rolls are rich and buttery, yet not overwhelmingly sweet. They are perfect for pairing with a variety of dishes, from savory to sweet. Their unique texture and flavor make them a favorite choice for many.
One of the defining characteristics of brioche dinner rolls is the amount of butter and eggs in the dough. This gives the rolls their rich flavor and soft texture. The use of milk in the recipe also contributes to their fluffiness. Brioche dinner rolls are typically baked until golden brown, resulting in a slightly crispy exterior with a moist and tender center.
Ingredients and Instructions
To make the perfect batch of soft brioche dinner rolls, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1/4 Cup Milk
- 4 Large Eggs
- 1/3 Cup White Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Yeast
- 4 Cups Plain Flour
- 3/4 Cup Salted Softened Butter
- 1 Egg + 2 tbsp Milk For egg wash
Preparation & Mixing
- Mix together your milk, eggs, sugar and yeast in a large bowl until combined
- Add in your flour and knead for around 5-6 mins or until a dough forms
- Slowly knead in your salted softened butter and continue to knead for around 10-15 mins or until when you stretch the dough apart it doesn’t rip (see video below for more)
Proofing & Shaping
- Let rest in a well oiled bowl for 60-90 mins or until your dough has doubled in size
- After resting, divide your dough into 8 balls and place onto your baking tray
- Leave them to rest for around 45 mins or until they have risen significantly in size
Baking & Serving
- Preheat your oven to 175ºC
- Brush with your egg wash (milk + egg) and bake in your preheated oven for around 15-20 mins or until the dinner rolls are golden brown1 Egg + 2 tbsp Milk
- Once done baking, brush your rolls with melted butter and to serve, enjoy with even more butter!
Variations & Tips for these Brioche Dinner Rolls
- Cinnamon sugar brioche dinner rolls: Mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon in a small bowl. After shaping the dough into balls, roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture before placing them into the baking pan.
- Herb and garlic brioche dinner rolls: Add 2 teaspoons of your favorite dried herbs and 2 cloves of minced garlic to the dough during the mixing process.
- For extra fluffiness, try using bread flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Covering the rolls with a damp towel or plastic wrap will help prevent them from drying out during the proofing or baking process.
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Soft Brioche Dinner Rolls 🍞🧈
Ingredients
- 1/4 Cup Milk
- 4 Large Eggs
- 1/3 Cup White Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Yeast
- 4 Cups Plain Flour
- 3/4 Cup Salted Softened Butter
- 1 Egg + 2 tbsp Milk For egg wash
Instructions
- Mix together your milk, eggs, sugar and yeast in a large bowl until combined1/4 Cup Milk, 4 Large Eggs, 1/3 Cup White Sugar, 1 Tbsp Yeast
- Add in your flour and knead for around 5-6 mins or until a dough forms4 Cups Plain Flour
- Slowly knead in your salted softened butter and continue to knead for around 10-15 mins or until when you stretch the dough apart it doesn’t rip (see video below for more)3/4 Cup Salted Softened Butter
- Let rest in a well oiled bowl for 60-90 mins or until your dough has doubled in size
- After resting, divide your dough into 8 balls and place onto your baking tray
- Leave them to rest for around 45 mins or until they have risen significantly in size
- Preheat your oven to 175ºC
- Brush with your egg wash (milk + egg) and bake in your preheated oven for around 15-20 mins or until the dinner rolls are golden brown1 Egg + 2 tbsp Milk
- Once done baking, brush your rolls with melted butter and to serve, enjoy with even more butter!
Video
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