French Bread Rolls to Die For

French Bread Rolls to Die For
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    16 People
  • VIEWS
    4.8K

Experience the simple pleasure of freshly baked French bread rolls. This recipe yields soft, crusty rolls perfect for any occasion, whether served warm with butter or as the foundation for delicious sandwiches.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    2 g
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    0 g
  • Saturated Fat
    0 g
  • Sodium
    146 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Gather all ingredients. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Allow to stand until creamy, approximately 10 minutes, to activate the yeast. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Add 2 cups of bread flour, vegetable oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually incorporate the remaining 2 cups of flour, adding 1/2 cup at a time, until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. This step is crucial for developing the gluten, which gives the rolls their structure. (8 minutes)

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Recipe View Lightly oil a large bowl. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat all sides. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour. (60 minutes)

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Recipe View Gently deflate the risen dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a smooth, round ball. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View Lightly grease two baking sheets. Place the shaped rolls on the prepared sheets, ensuring they are at least 2 inches apart to allow for expansion. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume again, about 40 minutes. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) during the last 15 minutes of rising. (55 minutes)

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Recipe View Bake the rolls in the preheated oven until they are golden brown, approximately 18 to 20 minutes. (20 minutes)

For a richer flavor, try using olive oil instead of vegetable oil.
To achieve a shiny crust, brush the rolls with an egg white wash (1 egg white beaten with 1 tablespoon of water) before baking.
If you don't have bread flour, you can substitute all-purpose flour, but the texture of the rolls may be slightly different.
These rolls are best served fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 1.6K Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Linnie Vandervortreinger

    I've tried other French bread roll recipes before, but this one is the best. The texture is perfect!

  • Rex Williamson

    The egg wash makes a huge difference in the appearance of the rolls. They look so professional!

  • Mathias Okon

    These rolls are so easy to make, and they taste amazing! My family loves them.

  • Marcelle Kub

    I added a little rosemary to the dough, and it gave the rolls a lovely aroma and flavor.

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