Description
These Best Sweetened Condensed Milk Rolls are irresistibly soft, fluffy, and lightly sweetened with sweetened condensed milk, making them a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert. Using instant yeast and simple pantry ingredients, these rolls come together easily and bake up golden and tender with a rich, buttery flavor that’s hard to beat.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (preferably unbleached for best flavor)
- 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- ½ cup warm milk (110°F, warm but not hot)
- 2 tablespoons sugar (to feed the yeast)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Yeast Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Sprinkle the instant yeast over the surface and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Add the foamy yeast mixture, sweetened condensed milk, beaten egg, and softened butter. Mix until the dough starts to come together.
- Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it’s smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook on medium speed for about 6-7 minutes.
- First Rise: Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
- Shape the Rolls: Once risen, gently punch down the dough to release air. Divide it into approximately 4 to 4.5 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth round ball and place them on a parchment-lined baking tray, spaced slightly apart.
- Second Rise: Cover the shaped rolls loosely with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap and allow them to rise again for about 30-45 minutes, until puffy.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while the rolls are undergoing their second rise.
- Bake the Rolls: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they turn golden brown on top and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Cool and Serve: Remove rolls from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving. These rolls are best enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Using unbleached flour enhances the flavor but all-purpose flour works fine.
- Make sure the milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- Room temperature egg and butter help the dough mix evenly.
- Do not skip the second rise as it helps develop the roll’s soft, fluffy texture.
- You can brush the tops with melted butter after baking for extra richness.
- Store leftover rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
