Homemade fluffy potato dinner rolls sound absolutely delicious! Here’s a basic recipe to get you started:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mashed potatoes (about 2 medium potatoes)
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (or one packet)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 4-5 cups all-purpose flour
- Additional melted butter for brushing
Instructions:
- Prepare the mashed potatoes: Peel and chop the potatoes into small cubes. Boil until tender, then mash until smooth. Let them cool to room temperature.
- Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Mix the dough: In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the mashed potatoes, sugar, melted butter, salt, eggs, activated yeast mixture, and 2 cups of flour. Mix until well combined.
- Add flour gradually: Gradually add more flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until the dough comes together and pulls away from the sides of the bowl. You may not need to use all of the flour.
- Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. Alternatively, you can knead the dough using a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment for about 3-5 minutes.
- First rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Shape the rolls: Punch down the dough and divide it into equal-sized portions. Shape each portion into a ball and place them in a greased baking dish, leaving a little space between each roll.
- Second rise: Cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until they double in size.
- Preheat and bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once the rolls have risen, brush the tops with melted butter. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown on top and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let the rolls cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your fluffy potato dinner rolls warm with butter or your favorite toppings!
These rolls are perfect for serving alongside soups, stews, or as a side dish for any meal. Enjoy!
