★Ingredients
1 egg yolk (for greasing)
2 cups of water
2 eggs
1 tablespoon sugar
5 cups bread flour (plus extra for kneading)
2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
2 teaspoons salt
★Instructions
- Prepare the Yeast Mixture
- Warm the 2 cups of water to around 110°F (43°C) – it should feel warm but not hot.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, until the mixture becomes frothy.
- Mix the Dough
Add the 2 eggs to the yeast mixture and mix well.
In a separate bowl, combine the bread flour and salt.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the yeast mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon or using a dough hook attachment on a stand mixer. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. If using a stand mixer, knead with the dough hook on medium speed for about 5-7 minutes.
Add more flour as needed to prevent sticking.
- First Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape the Rolls
Punch down the dough to release the air. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.
Shape each piece into a ball by pulling the edges towards the center and pinching them together, then rolling the dough on the counter with your hand to form a smooth ball.
Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each roll.
- Second Rise
- Cover the rolls with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes, until they have puffed up slightly.
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare for Baking
- In a small bowl, beat the egg yolk with a tablespoon of water.
- Brush the top of each roll with the egg yolk mixture to give them a glossy finish.
- Bake the Rolls
- Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
Enjoy!