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Bread Machine Potato Rolls

Deliciously soft and pillowy potato rolls made effortlessly in a bread machine, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 48 minutes
Servings: 24 rolls
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3/4 cup water Helps with hydration
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk Adds richness and tenderness
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients and adds structure
  • 3 cups bread flour For a sturdy yet soft roll
  • 1/2 cup instant potato flakes Keeps rolls soft and moist
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Enhances flavor
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt Balances sweetness
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast Helps the dough rise
  • 1 tablespoon milk For brushing on top before baking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pour 3/4 cup of water and 3/4 cup of buttermilk into the bread machine pan.
  2. Add the egg, 3 cups of bread flour, 1/2 cup of instant potato flakes, sugar, kosher salt, and active dry yeast in this order.
  3. Place the bread pan in your bread maker. Choose the DOUGH program and press START. This program will take about 90 minutes to complete.
  4. While the dough rises, prepare a large rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Once the dough is done, sprinkle a floured surface with flour and transfer the dough from the bread pan.
  6. Cut the dough into 24 equal pieces and shape them into rolls.
  7. Arrange the rolls on the prepared baking sheet, cover them with plastic wrap, and let them rise for about 60 minutes.
  8. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Remove the plastic wrap and brush the tops of the rolls with a tablespoon of milk.
  9. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until golden brown.

Notes

Serve warm. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Freeze for up to three months.