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Topknot Rolls

These golden dinner rolls have a fine texture and a delightful buttery flavor. They brighten any meal. Even though they look special, they are not at all difficult to make.

30 ServingsPrep: 25 min. + rising Bake: 10 min.

Ingredients

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2 teaspoons plus 1/2 cup sugar, divided
1-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
3 eggs
3/4 cup butter, melted, cooled, divided
5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
Additional butter, softened

Directions

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and 2 teaspoons sugar in water. Let
stand for 5 minutes. Add the eggs, 1/2 cup melted butter, 2 cups
flour, salt and remaining sugar; beat until smooth. Stir in enough
remaining flour to form a soft dough.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about
6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.
Cover and let rise in a warm place for 45 minutes or until doubled.
Punch dough down. Turn onto a heavily floured surface; divide in
half. Roll each portion into a 15-in. x 8-in. rectangle. Spread
generously with softened butter. Roll up, jelly-roll style, starting
with a long side. Using a sharp knife, cut into 1-in. slices. Place
cut side up in greased muffin cups. Cover and let rise until
doubled, about 45 minutes.
Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with

2 of 2

Topknot Rolls (continued)

Directions (continued)

remaining melted butter. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.
Yield: 2-1/2 dozen.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 146 calories, 5 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 34 mg cholesterol, 211 mg sodium, 21 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein.