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Buttery Cloverleaf Rolls That Feed a Crowd at Thanksgiving Dinner

Best Thanksgiving Cloverleaf Rolls Crowd Easy Buttery Recipe

Thanksgiving cloverleaf rolls crowd recipe with buttery bread that feeds a crowd. Make ahead friendly for holiday entertaining. Try this easy thanksgiving br...
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 rolls
Course: Holiday Entertaining
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp instant yeast
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp melted butter for brushing
  • 1 tsp sea salt for topping
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Warm milk to 110°F and combine with yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. This bloom activates the yeast and ensures proper rise throughout your baking.
  2. Whisk eggs, honey, and vanilla extract together in a separate small bowl. Add this mixture to your yeast mixture, stirring gently to combine without overworking the dough.
  3. Gradually add flour one cup at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Once dough forms, knead for 8–10 minutes by hand or 5 minutes with a stand mixer until smooth and elastic. The dough should pull away from bowl sides cleanly.
  4. Work 4 tbsp softened butter into the dough gradually, kneading until fully incorporated. First rise: cover and let dough rise 60 minutes in a warm location until doubled in size. Your thanksgiving cloverleaf rolls crowd recipe relies on this critical timing for proper texture.
  5. Punch down dough and divide into 72 small balls (three balls per roll). Place three balls into each greased muffin cup, creating the signature cloverleaf shape. Cover and let rise 45 minutes until puffed and touching.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush tops with melted butter and sprinkle with sea salt and garlic powder for subtle savory notes that complement holiday sides.
  7. Bake for 22–25 minutes until golden brown on top. The rolls should sound hollow when tapped underneath. Remove from oven and brush again with melted butter while still warm for glossy finish.