Milk Bread Rolls – Recipe for Milk Bread Rolls

Milk Bread Rolls – Recipe for Milk Bread Rolls

Milk bread rolls are among the most popular types of bread rolls, known for their delicious taste and lightness on the stomach. There are many shapes of bread rolls: cylindrical, round, or rectangular. In this article, we will explain step-by-step how to prepare milk bread rolls at home.

The recipe is quick to prepare, serving up to 16 people, and takes only 25 minutes to finish.

Main Ingredients for Milk Bread Rolls:

 

• 1 cup of milk
• ½ cup of butter
• 4 cups of flour
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• ½ teaspoon of baking powder
• 2 ½ teaspoons of instant yeast
• ⅓ cup of sugar
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon of oregano (optional, if unavailable, it can be omitted)

Preparation Method for Milk Bread Rolls:

1. Preparing the Milk and Butter:
   In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter together over low heat until the butter melts completely and the mixture becomes hot.

2. Mixing the Dough:
   In a stand mixer, add the flour, salt, baking powder, and yeast. Mix at medium speed for a few seconds to combine all the ingredients.

3. Adding Wet Ingredients:
   Slowly pour the heated milk and butter mixture into the dry ingredients, then add the egg yolks. Mix on low speed.

4. Adding Oregano and Kneading:
   Add the oregano (if using) and knead the dough in the mixer for 7-10 minutes until the dough becomes soft and smooth. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, but make sure it remains soft and easy to handle.

5. First Rise:
   Remove the dough from the mixer and place it in a deep bowl greased with sunflower oil. Cover it with plastic wrap and let it rest in a warm place for about 120 minutes until the dough doubles in size.

6. Shaping the Rolls:
   Grease a rectangular baking tray with sunflower oil. While the dough is rising, sprinkle some flour on a flat surface and roll out the dough into equal-sized circles.
   Cut the dough into 16 equal pieces using a knife. Take each piece and fold the edges underneath to form a smooth ball. Roll the dough ball in a circular motion between your palm and the surface to shape it evenly.

7. Second Rise:
   Arrange the dough balls on the baking tray, lightly brush the tops with oil, cover them, and leave them in a warm place for 60 minutes until they double in size. (Note: Rich doughs require a long time to rise properly.)

8. Baking:
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the tray on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the rolls turn golden brown.

9. Final Step:
   After baking, remove the rolls from the oven and cover them with a soft cotton cloth for about 3 minutes. Serve them warm with jam or cheese, according to your preference.

Enjoy your delicious, soft milk bread rolls!