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Dill Onion Rolls

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Ingredients

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Dill Onion Rolls

1 ¼ cups warm milk(110℉), I use whole milk

1 tbsp white sugar

1 tsp sea salt

1 ½ teaspoons instant yeast (quick-rise yeast)

1 tbsp salted buttermelted

2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons salted butter

1 ½ cups white onionchopped

¼ tsp sea salt

¼ tsp ground black pepper

¼ cup fresh dill*chopped

1 tsp onion powder

1 clove fresh garlic(minced or pressed)

2 tablespoons salted butter(softened to room temperature)

Instructions

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the warm milk, sugar, salt, yeast, and melted butter until incorporated.

Add about 2 ½ cups of flour to start and fold in with a spatula until the dough begins to come together. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes, adding the remaining ¼ cup of flour until a smooth and soft dough forms. Place into a floured or oiled bowl. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

While the dough is rising, begin cooking the chopped onion with 2 tablespoons of butter, ¼ teaspoon of salt, and pepper. Cover to allow the onions to sweat and cook over medium-low heat, stirring every few minutes until the onions are golden brown. They will reduce quite a bit.

Add the chopped fresh dill, onion powder, and minced fresh garlic and stir while cooking for 1 minute. Transfer to a heat-safe bowl and let cool for 10 minutes before folding in 2 tablespoons of softened butter.

Once the dough has risen, punch down and roll out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 16"X12". Spread the mostly cooled onion and dill mixture evenly onto the dough.

Roll the dough up tightly in a log and slice into 15 rolls using a sharp knife or unfavored dental floss. Arrange in a buttered baking dish. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes while you preheat the oven to 375℉.

Once risen, bake in the preheated oven for 15-22 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Caramelize Onions Properly 🧅
Cook diced white onions on medium-low heat for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deeply golden and sweet—this concentrated flavor is essential for premium rolls.
Proof Dough in Warm Environment 🌡️
Place dough in an oven preheated to 75°F then turned off, or use a proofing box, to ensure quick-rise yeast activates optimally and dough doubles in 45-60 minutes.
Chill Filling Before Rolling 🧊
Let your caramelized onion and dill mixture cool completely before spreading on dough to prevent the butter from melting unevenly and filling from leaking during baking.
Use Fresh Dill, Not Dried 🌿
Fresh dill delivers superior flavor compared to dried; add half the amount to the filling and reserve fresh sprigs to brush on rolls just after baking for vibrant taste.
Brush with Melted Butter Post-Bake ✨
Immediately brush warm rolls with melted salted butter and a pinch of sea salt after removing from the oven to create a glossy, flavorful crust that locks in moisture.