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Delicious thrown rolls served at Lambert's Cafe, a unique dining experience.

Lambert’s Cafe Thrown Rolls

Delicious and fluffy rolls that are fun to serve and easy to make, perfect for family meals or dinner parties.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 teaspoon sugar For activating the yeast
  • 1 package dry active yeast Ensure it's fresh
  • 1/4 cup tepid water Temperature should be 105-110 degrees Fahrenheit
  • 1 cup warm milk Helps to activate the yeast
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/4 cup sugar For sweetness
  • 1 large egg, beaten At room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour Add more if needed to create soft dough

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine 1 teaspoon of sugar and the yeast in the tepid water. Let it stand for 5-10 minutes until the yeast begins to foam.
  2. In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the warm milk, melted butter, 1/4 cup of sugar, beaten egg, and salt.
  3. Stir in the yeast mixture and 3 1/2 cups of flour, adding more if necessary to create a soft, pliable dough.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and let it rest while you clean and butter a bowl.
  5. Knead the dough gently for 4-5 minutes, adding flour if needed, until the dough is smooth and silky.
  6. Return the dough to the bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size.
Baking
  1. Butter a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. Punch down the risen dough and pinch off pieces about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Roll these into smooth balls.
  3. Place two pieces in each prepared muffin cup. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise for 45 minutes.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  5. Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until they are light brown.
  6. Serve as soon as they are cool enough to throw.

Notes

Serve these rolls warm straight from the oven with butter, jam, or alongside your favorite soups and stews. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for a couple of days or freeze them for longer storage.