Description
These Poppy Seed Yeast Rolls are soft, fluffy, and perfect for any occasion. With a tender crumb and delightful poppy seed topping, they make an excellent accompaniment to meals or a tasty snack on their own. This easy-to-follow recipe guides you through making the dough from scratch, rising the rolls, and baking them to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp poppy seeds
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a bowl, combine warm milk with active dry yeast. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes until it becomes foamy to ensure the yeast is active.
- Add wet and dry mix-ins: Stir in sugar, salt, melted butter, and eggs into the yeast mixture until well combined.
- Add flour gradually: Slowly add the all-purpose flour while stirring until a rough dough forms.
- Knead the dough: Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise for 1 hour until it doubles in size.
- Punch down and shape: Punch down the risen dough to release air, then shape it into individual rolls as desired.
- Arrange rolls and add topping: Place the shaped rolls into a greased baking dish and sprinkle the tops evenly with poppy seeds.
- Second rise: Cover the rolls again and allow them to rise for another 30 minutes until puffy.
- Bake the rolls: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20 to 25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the rolls sound hollow when tapped.
Notes
- Ensure the milk is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
- For extra softness, brush melted butter on warm rolls after baking.
- You can substitute poppy seeds with sesame seeds or omit topping as preferred.
- Store rolls in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3 days.
- These rolls freeze well; thaw and warm before serving.
