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Quick Yeast Rolls

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These Quick Yeast Rolls are the perfect companion to any home-cooked meal. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients like bread flour, yeast, and a touch of sugar, they offer a tender crumb and a subtle sweetness that pairs beautifully with soups, stews, or roasted meats. The shortening ensures a soft texture that stays fresh longer than traditional butter rolls. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual weekend gatherings, these rolls bring a comforting, homemade touch to the table without requiring complex techniques or hard-to-find ingredients. They are easy to shape and bake up golden brown, offering a satisfying crunch on the outside and a fluffy interior.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 18
Calories: 177.6
Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
These Quick Yeast Rolls are the perfect companion to any home-cooked meal. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients like bread flour, yeast, and a touch of sugar, they offer a tender crumb and a subtle sweetness that pairs beautifully with soups, stews, or roasted meats. The shortening ensures a soft texture that stays fresh longer than traditional butter rolls. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual weekend gatherings, these rolls bring a comforting, homemade touch to the table without requiring complex techniques or hard-to-find ingredients. They are easy to shape and bake up golden brown, offering a satisfying crunch on the outside and a fluffy interior.
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoon Sugar
  • 2 tablespoon Shortening, melted & cooled
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Yeast
  • 1 cup Lukewarm water
  • 3 1/4 cup Sifted bread flour
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC).
  2. 2
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the lukewarm water, sugar, salt, yeast, and melted shortening. Whisk until the sugar and yeast are fully dissolved.
  3. 3
    Stir in 1 cup of the sifted bread flour and beat vigorously with a spoon or rotary beater until the batter is smooth and thick.
  4. 4
    Add the remaining 2 1/4 cups of flour, stirring until the dough becomes too stiff to stir with a spoon.
  5. 5
    Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth, elastic, and springs back when touched.
  6. 6
    Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 45-60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  7. 7
    Punch the dough down to release air bubbles. Turn it out onto a floured surface and divide into 18 equal pieces.
  8. 8
    Shape each piece into a smooth ball by tucking the edges underneath. Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased pan.
  9. 9
    Cover the rolls loosely and let them rise again for 15-20 minutes until puffy.
  10. 10
    Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown on top and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  11. 11
    Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 18

Amount Per Serving
Calories 177.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.1g4%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1625.9mg68%
Total Carbohydrate 34.6g12%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 1.8g
Protein 5.6g12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Ensure water is lukewarm (about 105-115ðF) to activate yeast without killing it.

For a richer flavor, substitute melted shortening with melted vegan butter or olive oil.

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