These Kentucky Yeast Rolls are the ultimate comfort food side dish, featuring a soft, pillowy interior and a beautifully golden crust. Made with simple pantry staples like milk, sugar, and shortening, they offer a delicate sweetness that pairs perfectly with savory mains like fried chicken, roast beef, or hearty stews. The dough is enriched for a tender texture that melts in your mouth. Ideal for holiday dinners, Sunday suppers, or casual family meals, these rolls bring a warm, homemade touch to any table. They are easy to prepare even for novice bakers and can be made ahead and refrigerated for convenience. Serve them warm with plenty of butter for the best experience.
Kentucky Yeast Rolls
Description
These Kentucky Yeast Rolls are the ultimate comfort food side dish, featuring a soft, pillowy interior and a beautifully golden crust. Made with simple pantry staples like milk, sugar, and shortening, they offer a delicate sweetness that pairs perfectly with savory mains like fried chicken, roast beef, or hearty stews. The dough is enriched for a tender texture that melts in your mouth. Ideal for holiday dinners, Sunday suppers, or casual family meals, these rolls bring a warm, homemade touch to any table. They are easy to prepare even for novice bakers and can be made ahead and refrigerated for convenience. Serve them warm with plenty of butter for the best experience.Ingredients
Directions
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Dissolve the yeast in 1/4 cup of warm water (105-110F) and let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, combine milk, sugar, salt, and shortening. Microwave for 1-2 minutes until warm but not boiling. The shortening does not need to be completely melted.
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Let the milk mixture cool slightly so it is warm to the touch, then set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of the flour.
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Add the dissolved yeast, beaten egg, and the warm milk mixture to the flour.
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Using an electric mixer on low speed, beat the mixture until well combined.
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Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing until the dough becomes too stiff for the mixer to turn.
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Switch to a wooden spoon or knead by hand to incorporate the rest of the flour until a soft dough forms.
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Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 15-20 strokes until smooth and elastic.
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Place the dough in a large bowl coated with butter or oil, turning to coat the top.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours for enhanced flavor.
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When ready to bake, remove dough from refrigerator. Let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to soften.
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Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead gently 10 times.
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Divide dough into 24 equal pieces and shape each into a smooth ball.
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Place the rolls in a greased 13x9-inch baking pan.
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Cover loosely and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until the rolls have doubled in size.
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Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
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Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown.
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Remove from oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter.
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Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1322.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18.6g29%
- Saturated Fat 6.1g31%
- Cholesterol 1.2mg1%
- Sodium 4905.2mg205%
- Total Carbohydrate 249.8g84%
- Dietary Fiber 8.1g33%
- Sugars 22.6g
- Protein 32.0g64%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
