The BEST Knotted Dinner Rolls
If you're looking for an amazing roll recipe for Thanksgiving or even a weeknight, these knotted dinner rolls are it. Buttery, soft, and so pretty when tied in a knot!
Servings 24
Calories 175kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 4 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast 2 packets
- 1 1/2 cups warm milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 5 1/2 cups flour bread or all purpose
- 1/4 cup butter to spread over roll dough
- melted butter to brush over finished rolls
Instructions
- In a small bowl mix warm water and yeast. Allow to proof until foamy (about 5 minutes).
- Heat milk in the microwave until hot (90 seconds-2 minutes). Stir in butter. Let stand until milk is warm, NOT hot.
- Pour the butter and milk mixture into a large bowl. Add water and yeast mixture.
- Stir in sugar and salt.
- Mix in flour, one cup at a time.
- Knead dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth.
- Place in a well-oiled large bowl, and turn dough to coat. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap. Allow rolls to rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
- Punch dough down and divide into two portions. Roll each portion into a 12" x 18" rectangle. Spread with 2 tablespoons of butter. Fold dough in half and slice into 12 (1") strips.
- Pick up one strip, streth it slightly, and fold it in half. Tie the dough in a knot and tuck the ends under slightly. (Watch video for step-by-step instructions). Place on greased baking sheet, 12 rolls per sheet.
- Allow to rise for 40 minutes.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Brush rolls generously with butter while in pans.
Video
Notes
I preheat my oven for 60 seconds and then shut it off. It makes for the perfect warm spot for my rolls to rise.
Nutrition
Calories: 175kcal