My Go-To Golden Corral Dinner Roll Recipe

Perfecting the Dinner Roll Recipe

Is there anything more comforting than making homemade dinner rolls? My secret recipes for Golden Corral and Texas Roadhouse rolls will wow your family and friends. Trust me, these aren’t your run-of-the-mill rolls.

Golden Corral Rolls Recipe

These Golden Corral Dinner Rolls are legendary for their fluffiness and buttery goodness. Let me show you how to cook these irresistible delights at home.

Ingredients

• 1 packet of active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water (about 110°F) – just like a cosy bath
• 1/2 cup sugar, divided
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup hot milk
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg

Instructions

1. Yeast Magic: Stir the yeast into warm water with a sprinkle of sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes bubbly and happy.
2. Mix It Up: In a big ol’ bowl, mix hot milk, 1/3 cup sugar, melted butter, and salt. Let this cool a bit—don’t burn your fingers! Then, toss in the yeast mix and the egg. Stir like you’re on a mission.
3. Flour Power and Kneading: Gradually mix in flour one cup at a time until you’ve got a dough. Knead it like you mean it for about 8-10 minutes until it’s smooth.
4. The Big Puff: Place the dough in a greased bowl and spin it to coat it. Cover it and let it double in a cosy spot for about 60 minutes.
5. Break and Shape: Knock the air out, divide it into 12 parts, and shape it into rolls. Place on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.
6. Into the Heat: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Bake these bad boys for 18-20 minutes until they’re golden to perfection.
7. Last Touch: Brush with melted butter the second they come out – it’s like giving them a silky coat.

Check out the dinner roll recipe with no yeast for a yeast-free approach or the brioche dinner roll recipe for a sweeter take.

Step	Duration
Preparation Time	15 minutes
First Rise	60 minutes
Second Rise	30-45 minutes
Baking	18-20 minutes
Total Time	123-140 minutes

Texas Roadhouse Rolls Recipe

Talking about Texas Roadhouse Rolls, these are your soft, buttery best friends with a sweet note. Here’s how to craft them at home.

Ingredients

• 1 packet of active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water (keep it cosy at 110°F)
• 2 cups milk, heated but cooled
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 4-5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 egg

Instructions

1. Yeast Potion: Mix yeast with warm water and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit until it looks bubbly and friendly.
2. Mix the Magic: In your trusty bowl, combine cooled milk, sugar, melted butter, and salt. Stir in the frothy yeast and an egg.
3. Flour and Kneading: Gradually add flour till a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes to get that velvet feel.
4. Raising the Dough: Let the dough chill in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it double in size—about 60 minutes.
5. Shape and Rest Again: Punch the dough, roll it half an inch thick, and cut it into squares. Arrange them on a greased sheet, cover them, and let them rise for round two.
6. Baking Joy: Bake at 375°F for 10-15 minutes until golden. The smell will drive you wild.
7. Butter Them Up: Give them a nice butter bath once they’re out.

Step	Duration
Preparation Time	20 minutes
First Rise	60 minutes
Second Rise	30-45 minutes
Baking	10-15 minutes
Total Time	120-140 minutes

For more bread adventures, peek at our sourdough dinner rolls recipe or savour the dinner recipes with mushrooms and avocado.

The trick to nailing those dinner rolls is letting them rise just right and gently touching the dough. Have a blast baking; before you know it, you’ll be rolling like a champ!

Key Ingredients and Preparation

Alright, folks, I’m about to share the magic behind my fantastic Golden Corral dinner roll recipe. Buckle up for a journey through ingredient essentials and the ins and outs of dough-rising—these rolls are seriously worth it!

Dough Rising Techniques

Nailing that dough rise? It’s like getting the secret handshake. Here’s my playbook for those perfect, fluffy rolls:

1. First Rise: Let the dough chill out in a cozy spot until it doubles in size—usually takes around an hour. Speed up the process by using your oven as a DIY dough sauna: Preheat toasty 400°F for a snap second, then switch it off and let the dough rest up in there. It’s like a spa day for your dough!
2. Second Rise: Shape and let those soon-to-be-delicious rolls rise again for 30-45 minutes before hitting the oven. This step gives them that airy, light-as-a-cloud texture.
3. Baking: Into the oven, they go! Bake at a nice 375°F for 18 to 20 minutes until the tops are golden.

Here’s a quick overview to keep things easy-breezy:

Step	Duration	Temperature
First Rise	60 minutes	Warm and cozy
Second Rise	30-45 minutes	Staying warm
Baking	18-20 minutes	375°F

Do you want to explore dough mysteries further? My sourdough dinner rolls recipe provides the lowdown.

Flavor Variations

The classic rolls are great, but let’s jazz things up with flavour flair. Here are a few twists to tickle those taste buds:

1. Garlic and Herb: Toss in minced garlic and mixed dried herbs. This dish has a mouth-watering kick.
2. Cheese: Throw a cup of shredded cheese (cheddar or parmesan) before the first rise. Cheese lovers, this one’s calling your name!
3. Sweet Cinnamon: Stir in cinnamon and sugar. A little cinnamon-sugar sprinkle on top before baking? Sweet heaven.
4. Whole Wheat: Sub in entire wheat flour for half of the regular stuff for a healthier spin.

Here’s the run-down for easy-peasy inspiration:

Variation	Additional Ingredients
Garlic and Herb	Minced garlic, 1 tbsp mixed dried herbs
Cheese	1 cup shredded cheddar or parmesan
Sweet Cinnamon	1 tbsp cinnamon, 1/4 cup sugar
Whole Wheat	Swap in whole wheat flour

So, grab those ingredients and roll out these delectable bites. Bake happy!

Baking Tips and Techniques

You know that moment when you bite into a dinner roll, and it’s just the right kind of fluffy? That’s not luck, my friend – it’s all about mastering the baking game. I have some inside info to turn your rolls into cloud-like bundles of joy.

Oven Tricks for Fluffy Rolls

Making rolls rivalling grandmas requires more than following any old recipe. Here’s what I’ve learned that can make a difference:

1. Proper Dough Rising:

• First Rise: Give your dough a nice, cosy spot to double in size. Around 60 minutes usually does it. My go-to trick? Use your oven like a dough sauna. Preheat it to 400°F for a minute, switch it off and slide it into the dough bowl. This keeps the temperature just right for that puffy goodness.
• Second Rise: After shaping those little dough balls, let them sit again for 30-45 minutes until they’re all plump and ready to bake.

1. Baking Setup:

• Crank up your oven to 375°F.
• Toss a pan of water on the bottom rack to keep your rolls moist. The steam works like magic, giving you that soft, middle, and crispy crust everyone loves.

1. Baking Time:

• Let those beauties bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until they’re dressed in a lovely golden brown coat.

Here’s a cheat sheet for the whole process:

Stage	Time	Temperature
First Rise	60 minutes	Warm spot or oven preheated to 400°F for 1 min, then off
Second Rise	30-45 minutes	Warm with oven pre-trick
Baking	18-20 minutes	375°F

Brushing with Butter Finish

The grand finale? A buttery spread that makes those rolls not just tasty but irresistible.

Melted Butter Brushing:

• Before popping them in the oven, give those roll tops a nice coat of melted butter. This gives them a winning glow.
• Once they’re out of the oven, brush another layer. Why hold back on buttery goodness?

Enhancing Flavor:

• Are you feeling fancy? Add garlic, herbs, or a dash of salt to your butter for an extra kick.

Serving and Storage

Presentation and Pairing Tips

There’s nothing quite like the sight of steaming Golden Corral dinner rolls, fresh from the oven, glistening with melted butter. It gives ‘breaking bread’ a whole new meaning. I always like to arrange mine in a cosy cloth-lined wicker basket. It’s like class meets country!
These versatile rolls can buddy up with almost anything on your table. Here are a few suggestions to make your palate excited:

• Creamy Soups: Imagine dipping a roll into a hot, creamy tomato bisque or chicken soup. It’s like a hug in a bowl paired with a buttery nibble.
• Hearty Stews: Picture sopping up the thick, savoury juices of a stew with these rolls. They’re the perfect partners in crime for beef or veggie stews.
• Salads: A crisp Caesar or a garden salad can add just the proper bite to balance the warm richness of the rolls.
• Main Dishes: How about alongside a roast chicken or a baked ham? These rolls make comfort an art form.

Storage and Reheating Instructions

You want those rolls to taste as fantastic tomorrow as they did today. Here’s how you keep them fresh and tasty:

Storage

• On the Counter: Wrap them in foil or plastic, and they’ll stay good at room temperature for up to five days. No fuss!
• In the Freezer: Want to keep that batch for a while? Wrap each roll in plastic, pop them in a freezer bag, and they’ll be good for up to six months (Julie’s Eats & Treats).

Storage Method	Duration
Room Temperature	Up to 5 Days
Freezer	Up to 6 Months

Reheating

• Oven: Set the oven to 350°F, wrap the rolls in foil, and pop them in for 10-15 minutes—they will be warm, soft, and perfect.
• Microwave: If you’re in a hurry, put a roll on a microwave-safe plate, cover it with a damp paper towel, and nuke it for about 10-15 seconds. Just enough to bring it back to life without turning it into a rock.

Visit my AIP dinner recipes or brioche dinner rolls for other baking ideas.

Keep those rolls soft, fluffy and oh-so-delightful. Enjoy them anytime your heart desires!