Soft Rolls: Sweetened Condensed Milk Bread
These tender, subtly sweet soft rolls use sweetened condensed milk for a rich, glossy texture. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or side dishes, they're fluffy with a golden crust and soft interior. Make ahead of time for a family-friendly treat.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 220kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/4 teaspoons instant rise yeast
- 3/4 cup whole milk, warmed to 110°F
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk (for dough)
- 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk (for glaze)
- 1 large room-temperature egg
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (for glaze)
Instructions
- Combine warm milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let foam for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, remaining sugar, and salt.
- Gradually add yeast mixture, sweetened condensed milk, and egg to form a cohesive dough.
- Knead in 4 tablespoons softened butter one tablespoon at a time until smooth and elastic.
- Grease a bowl and let dough rest for 1 to 1.5 hours (first rise).
- Shape dough into 12 rolls and place on a baking sheet.
- Let rolls rise for 45 to 60 minutes in a warm, draft-free area (second rise).
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 20 minutes until golden.
- In a small bowl, blend 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk and 2 tablespoons softened butter for a glaze.
- Brush glaze over rolls while warm. Cool completely.
Notes
Use room-temperature milk (around 110°F) for optimal yeast activation
Store rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days
For a softer texture, brush glaze immediately after baking
Store rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days
For a softer texture, brush glaze immediately after baking