Description
These fluffy potato rolls are soft, tender, and perfect for dinner or sandwiches. Made with instant yeast and potato flakes, they are easy to prepare and have a delightful texture. The rolls rise beautifully and bake to a golden brown, then brushed with melted butter for extra richness. Ideal for home bakers of any skill level looking for a light and delicious homemade bread roll.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups (372g) all-purpose flour (up to 3 1/2 cups)
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) Instant Yeast (RapidRise)
- 1 tablespoon (13g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- â…“ cup potato flakes
Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup (177ml) milk (regular, low or nonfat)
- ½ cup (118ml) water
- 3 tablespoons (42g) unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine 1 cup of the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment to prepare the dry base of your dough.
- Warm Liquids and Add Potato Flakes: In a microwave-safe measuring cup, combine water, milk, and butter. Heat until between 120°-130°F (about 1 minute), then stir in the potato flakes to hydrate them.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the warm liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and mix with a dough hook on medium speed for 1 minute. Add the egg and an additional cup of flour, mixing for another minute.
- Form Dough: Add a third cup of flour and continue mixing until a soft dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky; if too wet, add up to ¼ cup more flour as needed.
- Knead Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 4-6 minutes until it forms a smooth ball and bounces back when pressed with two fingers. Cover and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Divide and Shape: Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and place in a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Cover and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat Oven and Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Bake the rolls for 20-28 minutes or until golden brown, rotating the pan halfway through baking for even coloring.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the hot rolls from the oven and brush with melted butter if desired. Enjoy fresh within 2 days for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- These rolls are delightfully soft and fluffy thanks to the potato flakes and the instant yeast.
- They are beginner-friendly and do not require advanced yeast handling skills.
- Brushing the rolls with melted butter after baking adds extra richness and flavor.
- Ensure the liquid temperature is accurate to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
- If you don’t have a stand mixer, you can mix and knead the dough by hand, though it may take longer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 166 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 211 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg
