Golden Corral Rolls are a delicious addition to any dinner. They have a soft texture with a slight crunch, making them a perfect pairing for any meal.
Making these rolls is simple, especially if you’ve made dinner rolls before. The recipe uses basic ingredients like sugar, active dry yeast, whole milk, unsalted butter, eggs, and all-purpose flour. If you’re familiar with baking, you’ll find these easy to make and enjoy.
I first tried these rolls at Golden Corral when I ordered their scalloped potatoes and hot fudge. It was a perfect meal! After tasting the rolls, I knew I had to try making them at home. I found a recipe online and added my own twist to make them even better. While they may not be exactly like the original, they are very close and taste amazing.
What Is Golden Corral Rolls?
Golden Corral Rolls are soft, fluffy dinner rolls served at Golden Corral, a popular buffet restaurant chain. These rolls are slightly sweet with a light, golden crust, making them perfect to enjoy with various meals. Known for their soft texture and delicious flavor, Golden Corral Rolls have become a favorite item at the restaurant. Many people try to make these rolls at home because of how tasty they are!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole milk (warm, about 110°F/43°C)
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2¼ teaspoons)
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
How To Make Golden Corral Rolls?
Step 1:
Mix the warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it looks foamy. This means the yeast is working.
Step 2:
In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and egg. Add the yeast mixture and stir it together. Slowly add the flour and salt into the bowl. Mix until it forms a dough. Put the dough on a floured surface and knead it with your hands for 8-10 minutes until it feels smooth.
Step 3:
Put the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it sit in a warm place for 1 hour. It will double in size.
Step 4:
After the dough has risen, press it down. Divide it into 12 balls and place them on a greased baking sheet. Cover the rolls with the towel again and let them rise for another 30-40 minutes until they get bigger.
Step 5:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
Step 6:
When the rolls come out of the oven, brush the tops with melted butter.
Step 7:
Let the rolls cool a little, then serve warm and enjoy!
Pro Tips
- Make sure your butter and egg are at room temperature. This helps them mix more smoothly into the dough.
- The milk should be warm but not hot. Around 110°F (43°C) is perfect. Too hot, and it will kill the yeast; too cold, and the yeast won’t activate properly.
- Knead the dough long enough (8-10 minutes) to make it soft and stretchy. If it feels sticky, add a little flour, but don’t overdo it—too much flour can make the rolls dense.
FAQ
Can I use instant yeast instead of active dry yeast?
Yes, you can. If using instant yeast, you can skip the step where you let the yeast activate in warm milk. Just mix it directly with the dry ingredients.
What if I don’t have whole milk?
You can substitute whole milk with 2%, skim milk, or even non-dairy milk like almond or soy. However, whole milk gives the rolls a richer flavor and softer texture.
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
Yes, you can use salted butter. Just reduce the added salt in the recipe to avoid the rolls being too salty.
How do I store the rolls?
Store the baked rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven before serving.
Golden Corral Rolls Recipe
Course: SIDESCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy16 Pcs
servings20
minutes15
minutes175
kcal35
minutesGolden Corral Rolls are soft, fluffy dinner rolls served at Golden Corral, a popular buffet restaurant chain. These rolls are slightly sweet with a light, golden crust, making them perfect to enjoy with various meals.
Ingredients
1 cup whole milk (warm, about 110°F/43°C)
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
1 packet active dry yeast (2¼ teaspoons)
¼ cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Directions
- Mix the warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it looks foamy. This means the yeast is working.
- In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and egg. Add the yeast mixture and stir it together. Slowly add the flour and salt into the bowl. Mix until it forms a dough. Put the dough on a floured surface and knead it with your hands for 8-10 minutes until it feels smooth.
- Put the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it sit in a warm place for 1 hour. It will double in size.
- After the dough has risen, press it down. Divide it into 12 balls and place them on a greased baking sheet. Cover the rolls with the towel again and let them rise for another 30-40 minutes until they get bigger.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
- When the rolls come out of the oven, brush the tops with melted butter.
- Let the rolls cool a little, then serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure your butter and egg are at room temperature. This helps them mix more smoothly into the dough.
The milk should be warm but not hot. Around 110°F (43°C) is perfect. Too hot, and it will kill the yeast; too cold, and the yeast won’t activate properly.
Knead the dough long enough (8-10 minutes) to make it soft and stretchy. If it feels sticky, add a little flour, but don’t overdo it—too much flour can make the rolls dense.
