oft and airy homemade bread rolls

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Activate Yeast (if not instant):
   In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Make the Dough:
   In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
   Mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead:
   Knead the dough for about 8–10 minutes (or 5 minutes in a mixer) until smooth and elastic.
4. First Rise:
   Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Shape the Rolls:
   Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 pieces. Shape each into an oval or round roll.
   Place them on a parchment-lined baking tray.
6. Second Rise:
   Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
7. Bake:
   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
   Bake for 15–18 minutes or until golden brown on top.
8. Cool:
   Let cool on a wire rack before serving.

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💡 Tip: For extra softness, brush the tops with melted butter right after baking.

Would you like me to give you a no-knead overnight version too (like ciabatta rolls)?