Description

These soft, fluffy Pudding Dinner Rolls are a delightful twist on traditional bread rolls. Made with vanilla pudding, they stay soft and tender, making them the perfect addition to any meal. Whether you’re enjoying them alongside a cozy comfort dish or as a standalone treat, these rolls are sure to be a hit at your dinner table.

Ingredients

1/4 cup warm water (110-115º Fahrenheit)

1 package instant yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons)

3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding powder (1 box, not sugar-free)

1 1/4 cups 2% milk (warmed to 100ºF)

1/2 cup salted butter (softened)

1 teaspoon salt

4 1/4 cups bread flour

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Instructions

Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, sprinkle the yeast over the warm water. Make sure the water is at the correct temperature (110-115ºF) to avoid killing the yeast. Set the bowl aside.
Mix pudding and milk: In a large bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding powder and milk until smooth. Add in the softened butter and mix until combined.
Add the yeast mixture: Pour in the yeast/water mixture and stir well.
Combine flour and salt: In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the milk mixture, stirring until fully combined.
Knead the dough: Knead the dough for 4-5 minutes by hand, or use a stand mixer if preferred. The dough should be smooth and elastic, and you should be able to pull a section of it out 3-4 inches without it breaking.
Let the dough rise: Cover the dough with a clean towel and let it rise in a warm place for 25-30 minutes, or until it nearly doubles in size.
Shape the rolls: Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 even pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and place them in a greased 9×13-inch pan.
Second rise: Cover the pan with a towel and let the dough rise for another 20 minutes, while preheating the oven to 350ºF.
Bake the rolls: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown on top.
Serve and enjoy: Let the rolls cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Customize your rolls by adding herbs, garlic powder, or shredded cheese for extra flavor.
Brush the rolls with a mixture of 1 beaten egg and 1 tablespoon of water just before baking for a shiny golden finish.
For a sweeter version, you can sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on top of the dough before rolling it into balls.
Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Refrigerate for up to 5 days, or reheat in the oven at 350ºF for 10 minutes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 180 kcal
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 20mg