"How to Bake Soft & Fluffy Homemade Rolls | Easy Bread Recipe for Perfect Buns!"

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Welcome to my kitchen! Today, I'm excited to show you how to make soft and fluffy Slit Top Rolls—a unique twist on classic buns. These rolls are simple to make, with a beautiful slit on top that gives them their signature look. Whether you're making them for sandwiches, burgers, or as a delicious side to any meal, these rolls are sure to impress with their soft texture and golden-brown crust.

In this video, I’ll walk you through every step of the process, from preparing the dough to shaping and baking these lovely rolls. Follow along to learn the secrets to perfectly risen, homemade bread that looks and tastes amazing! Plus, I'll give you tips on how to customize your rolls with toppings like sesame or poppy seeds.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, these Slit Top Rolls are easy to master and a great way to elevate any meal. Let's get started!

Slit Top Rolls Recipe:

Ingredients:
Flour: 5 cups (about 550-650g)
Milk: 150 ml (about ⅔ cup, warm)
Water: 30 ml (about 2 tablespoons, warm)
Sugar: 2 teaspoons
Salt: 1½ teaspoons
Yeast: 1 teaspoon (instant yeast or 1¼ teaspoon active dry yeast)
Butter: 1 tablespoon (about 15g, softened)
Egg: 1 large (optional, for a richer dough)
Sesame seeds or poppy seeds: optional, for topping
Instructions:
Activate the yeast (if using active dry yeast): In a small bowl, mix the warm milk, water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy. If using instant yeast, skip this step and mix the yeast directly into the flour.

Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, and yeast (if using instant yeast). If you activated the yeast, pour it into the dry ingredients.

Make the dough: Add the milk mixture, softened butter, and egg (optional) to the flour mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms. If the dough feels too dry, add a bit more water, a teaspoon at a time. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

First rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel, and let rise in a warm spot for 1-1.5 hours until it doubles in size.

Shape the rolls: Punch down the dough and divide it into 6-8 equal pieces, depending on how big you want your rolls. Each piece should weigh about 90-110g. Shape each piece into a round ball by rolling it under your palm on a lightly floured surface.

Slit the tops: Place the dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Use a sharp razor blade or knife to carefully make a small slit on top of each roll. This will give them their distinctive look!

Second rise: Cover the rolls again and let them rise for another 30-40 minutes until they are nice and puffy.

Preheat the oven: While the rolls are rising, preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).

Bake the rolls: Optionally, brush the tops with a bit of milk or an egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water) for extra shine and sprinkle sesame or poppy seeds on top if desired. Bake the rolls for 15-18 minutes or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Cool and serve: Once baked, transfer the rolls to a wire rack and let them cool completely before serving.

These rolls are perfect for sandwiches, burgers, or simply enjoying on their own with butter! I hope you enjoy making and eating these Slit Top Rolls as much as I do. Let me know in the comments how they turned out for you!

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Timestamps:

0:00 Intro
1:12 Ingredients
2:05 Making the Dough
4:12 First Rise
5:00 Shaping the Rolls
6:10 Second Rise
7:00 Baking
8:20 Final Reveal & Serving Tips
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