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French Bread Rolls

These French Bread Rolls are soft, fluffy, and crusty! Perfect for any meal, easy to make, and so satisfying fresh from the oven.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: French
Keyword: Comfort Food, Easy, Homemade, Yeast Bread
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm water about 105°F
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour 500 grams, plus more as needed
  • 1 teaspoon table salt or fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • melted salted butter for tops (optional)

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  • Add the all-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix with a wooden spoon or dough scraper until a shaggy dough forms. Add more flour if dough is too sticky.
  • Transfer dough to a floured surface. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic, or use a stand mixer with a dough hook on medium speed for 5 minutes.
  • Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  • Punch down the dough to release air. Divide into 12 equal pieces. Shape each into a ball and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  • Cover the rolls with a kitchen towel and let rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffed.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Optionally, brush melted salted butter on top after baking.
  • Let rolls cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with butter or as desired.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Dough scraper
  • Kitchen Towel or Plastic Wrap
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven thermometer

Notes

  • Ensure your yeast is fresh for a good rise.
  • Don’t skip rising times to get soft, fluffy rolls.
  • Store leftover rolls in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze up to 3 months.
  • Try adding herbs, garlic butter, cheese, or seeds for extra flavor.
  • Use a kitchen scale for more consistent flour measurement.