Description
These Poppy Seed Yeast Rolls are soft, fluffy, and lightly sweetened, perfect for breakfast or as a delightful side. Made with simple ingredients and a classic yeast dough, they are topped with nutty poppy seeds for a slight crunch and extra flavor. Follow the easy steps for perfectly risen, golden brown rolls that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Basic Dough Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
Topping
- 3 tbsp poppy seeds
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a bowl, combine warm milk and active dry yeast. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is activated.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add sugar, salt, melted butter, and eggs to the yeast mixture. Mix thoroughly to combine all wet ingredients evenly.
- Add Flour and Form Dough: Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour into the wet mixture, mixing continuously until a dough begins to form.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean cloth or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Shape Rolls: Punch down the risen dough to release excess air and divide it into individual portions. Shape each portion into a roll.
- Prepare for Second Rise: Place the rolls in a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the tops evenly with poppy seeds.
- Second Rise: Cover the rolls and let them rise again for 30 minutes until puffed.
- Bake Rolls: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until they turn golden brown on top and sound hollow when tapped.
Notes
- Ensure the milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- For a richer flavor, you can brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter right after baking.
- Poppy seeds add a pleasant crunch but can be omitted or substituted with sesame seeds if preferred.
- Allow rolls to cool slightly before serving for best texture.
- These rolls freeze well; thaw and warm before serving.
