Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (240ml) warm milk
  • 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 tsp (7g) instant yeast
  • 4 tbsp (56g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3.25 cups (410g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp (6g) sea salt
  • 2 tbsp (28g) melted butter
  • 1 tsp (5ml) honey

Instructions:

  1. Whisk warm milk, sugar, and instant yeast in a bowl and let sit for 2 minutes, then stir in the softened butter and egg.
  2. Gradually add flour and salt to the wet ingredients, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough by hand or with a stand mixer for 5–7 minutes until smooth, tacky, and passing the windowpane test.
  4. Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm spot for 45–60 minutes until doubled in size.
  5. Gently punch the dough down to release excess air bubbles.
  6. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each into a tight, smooth ball using the palms of your hands.
  7. Place rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and let rise for another 20 minutes.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes.
  9. Brush the tops of the warm rolls with a mixture of melted butter and honey.