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A Guide to Making Milk Bread Rolls

Milk bread rolls, with their soft, fluffy texture and subtly sweet flavor, are a beloved staple worldwide. Mastering them is simple with a few key steps.

Start with the basics: combine 500g bread flour, 70g sugar, 7g active dry yeast, and 5g salt in a bowl. In a separate container, whisk together 250ml warm milk, 1 large egg, and 50g melted butter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and knead for 10–15 minutes until smooth and elastic. For extra tenderness, use the "tangzhong" method: cook 30g flour with 150ml milk into a thick paste before mixing.

Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1–2 hours. Punch it down, divide into 8–10 portions, and shape into balls. Place them on a baking sheet, cover, and let rise again for 30 minutes. Brush with milk or egg wash, and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 18–20 minutes until golden.

For variations, add raisins, chocolate chips, or a sprinkle of cinnamon before the second rise. Enjoy them fresh, toasted, or as sandwich bases—versatile, delicious, and endlessly adaptable!