Classic Soft Bread Rolls

Ingredients:

• 500g all-purpose flour
• 10g instant yeast
• 10g salt
• 50g sugar
• 300ml warm milk
• 50g melted butter
• Egg wash (1 beaten egg)
• Sesame seeds for topping

Instructions:

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
2. Add Wet Ingredients: Make a well in the center, add warm milk and melted butter.
3. Knead: Mix until the dough comes together, then knead on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
4. First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
5. Shape: Knock back the dough, then divide into equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and arrange in a baking tray.
6. Second Rise: Cover the rolls and let them rise again until puffy, about 30 minutes.
7. Preheat Oven: Heat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
8. Egg Wash and Sesame Seeds: Brush the rolls with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
9. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
10. Cool: Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack.

Fruit and Nut Bread Rolls

Ingredients:

• Ingredients from the classic recipe
• 100g dried fruits (raisins, cranberries)
• 50g chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds)

Instructions:

1. Follow the classic recipe steps 1-4.
2. Add Fruits and Nuts: After the first rise, knock back the dough and knead in dried fruits and nuts.
3. Continue with steps 5-10 of the classic recipe.

Both recipes are perfect for breakfast or as a snack, and they pair wonderfully with butter, jams, or even as a side to a meal. The addition of fruits and nuts in the second recipe offers a delightful texture and flavor contrast, making it a special treat for occasions or when you’re in the mood for something different.