Imagine pulling apart a warm, golden roll that's so tender it practically dissolves on your tongue, with layers of buttery goodness that make your taste buds dance with joy. These Butter Flake Gran Rolls are not just another bread recipe – they're a culinary experience that transforms ordinary ingredients into extraordinary comfort food. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned home chef, this recipe promises restaurant-quality rolls that will have your family and friends begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until well blended and no lumps remain.
- Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk and egg until fully combined.
- Pour the milk and egg mixture into the flour mixture. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should look slightly shaggy.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead the dough 4-5 times to bring it together, being careful not to overwork it.
- Roll the dough out to approximately 1/2 inch thickness using a rolling pin. Use a
- 5-inch round cutter to cut out roll shapes.
- Place the cut rolls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each roll.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) while the rolls are resting for about 10 minutes.
- Brush the tops of the rolls with additional milk or melted butter for a golden, shiny finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the rolls are cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for 5-10 minutes before serving warm.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect crumbly texture.
- Don't Overmix: Treat the dough gently – overmixing can lead to tough, dense rolls instead of light, flaky ones.
- Cold Butter Trick: For extra flakiness, you can freeze your butter and grate it into the flour mixture.
- Resting is Key: Let the dough rest for those 10 minutes before baking to allow gluten to relax and improve texture.
- Brush Generously: The milk or butter brush gives a beautiful golden finish and adds extra richness.
- Check Oven Temperature: Use an oven thermometer to ensure accurate baking temperature for consistent results.
- Storage Tip: These rolls are best served warm but can be stored in an airtight container and reheated briefly in the oven.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 35mg
