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Super Soft Brioche Dinner Rolls

Light, fluffy, and buttery brioche dinner rolls that melt in your mouth. Perfect for holidays, family dinners, or special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Servings: 16 rolls
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: Bakery, French
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brioche Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for kneading
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup whole milk warmed
  • 4 eggs large, room temperature
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened, cut into small pieces
Egg Wash / Finishing
  • 1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water for egg wash
  • melted butter optional, for brushing after baking

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet or baking dish
  • Wire rack
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
  3. Add yeast mixture and eggs to flour, mixing until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Gradually incorporate softened butter, a few pieces at a time, kneading until fully incorporated.
  5. Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic (or 5–6 minutes with stand mixer).
  6. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–2 hours until doubled in size.
  7. Punch down dough gently and divide into 12–16 equal portions. Shape each into a smooth ball.
  8. Place rolls in a greased baking dish or on a parchment-lined sheet. Cover and let rise 45–60 minutes until puffy.
  9. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush rolls with egg wash.
  10. Bake 18–22 minutes until golden brown. Brush with melted butter if desired. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For extra shine and flavor, brush warm rolls with butter immediately after baking. Rolls can be frozen before or after baking for convenience.