This recipe is a time-tested favorite for making the softest and most delicious homemade bread rolls. The key to these heavenly rolls is in the detailed preparation and patience during the rising process. The bread boasts a tender texture with a subtle sweetness, making it perfect for a variety of meals or as a standalone treat. Follow this recipe closely, and you're promised a batch of bread that's so good, you might not want to try any other recipe again!
Why You'll Love This:
- Exceptionally Soft and Fluffy: Perfect texture that melts in your mouth.
- Simple Ingredients: Made with common pantry items.
- Versatile: Ideal for sandwiches, spreads, or enjoyed plain.
- Satisfying Homemade Taste: Nothing beats the flavor of freshly baked bread.
- Perfect for Sharing: Great for family meals or gatherings.
Ingredients:
- 1 kg of bread or challah flour
- 2 tbsp dry yeast
- 6 tbsp sugar
- 150 ml (1 cup) of oil
- 10 g (1 tbsp) salt
- 1 medium or large egg
- 480 ml (3 cups) lukewarm water
For Glazing:
- 1 egg
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp silan (date syrup) or honey
Optional Toppings:
- Sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or nigella seeds
Instructions:
For the Dough:
- Mix water, sugar, and yeast in a mixer bowl. Add other ingredients, excluding salt.
- Mix on low for 5 minutes, then add salt.
- Knead for an additional 7-8 minutes, transfer to a lightly greased bowl, and let it rise for about an hour.
- Punch down the dough, form balls (use a scale for consistency), and rest for 20 minutes.
- Roll each ball into a thin sheet, then roll into a strip. Form shapes, place on a tray, and rest for another 30-40 minutes.
For Baking:
- Preheat oven to 180°C with a fan setting.
- Whisk an egg with a pinch of salt and silan or honey.
- After the final rise, brush the bread with the egg mixture, sprinkle with desired seeds.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
Notes:
- Knead the dough for at least 12 minutes.
- Perform a gluten window test.
- Do not skip the rising stages.
- Give the dough warmth and love.
Enjoy these cloud-soft and irresistibly tasty homemade bread rolls! 🍞💗