How to Make Bolillos (Mexican Dinner Rolls)

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

shortening

🥗Healthier: butter

💰Cheaper: margarine

Butter enhances flavor while maintaining texture.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a dairy alternative with fewer calories.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers natural sweetness with potential health benefits.

Mix yeast with warm water in a bowl until frothy, about 5 minutes.

Combine flour, salt, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.

Add the yeast mixture and shortening to the dry ingredients.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 10 minutes.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

Punch down the dough and divide into equal portions.

Shape each portion into an oval roll and place on a baking sheet.

Cover the rolls and let rise again until puffy, about 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Bake the rolls until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.

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