Blushing Refrigerator Dinner Rolls
Blushing Refrigerator Dinner Rolls are soft, slightly sweet rolls with a gentle tang from tomato juice and a plush crumb thanks to mashed potatoes. Their rosy hue makes them eye-catching on the table, while an overnight chill deepens flavor and offers flexible timing. Serve warm for holiday dinners, Sunday roasts, or any meal that calls for tender, buttery rolls.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves48
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the tomato juice, water, sugar, and salt; stir until the sugar and salt dissolve, then sprinkle the yeast over the mixture. Let sit for 5 minutes until the yeast softens and forms a creamy foam.
- 2
Stir in the eggs, shortening, and mashed potatoes, then beat in the flour to form a soft dough. Knead for about 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic, place it in a greased bowl, and turn once to grease the top. Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 3
Line baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- 4
On a lightly floured surface, divide the dough into 4 equal portions and cut each into 12 small pieces. Shape the pieces into balls, arrange the rolls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets, cover with a towel, and let them rise in a warm place until doubled, about 2 hours.
- 5
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 6
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until the tops are golden brown.
- Calories 93.0 kcal Low Source
- Protein 2.16 g Low Source
- Carbs 18.88 g Moderate
- Total Fat 0.71 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.22 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.11 g High
- Cholesterol 10.46 mg Low Source
- Sodium 36.15 mg Low Source
- Fiber 0.82 g Low Source
- Sugar 5.84 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.1 g Low Source
- Calcium 3.44 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.88 mg Low Source
- Potassium 16.97 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 4.75 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 1.75 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.08 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅