Pioneer Woman No-Knead Cloverleaf Rolls Recipe

This Pioneer Woman No-Knead Cloverleaf Rolls Recipe is a fluffy and buttery recipe, which is made with whole milk and active dry yeast. It’s the perfect holiday side dish, ready in about 2 hours and 25 minutes.

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Pioneer Woman No-Knead Cloverleaf Rolls Recipe Ingredients

• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 cup canola oil
• 1 cup sugar
• 9 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 packages (2 1/4 teaspoons each) active dry yeast
• 1 heaping teaspoon baking powder
• 1 scant teaspoon baking soda
• 1 tablespoon salt
• Melted butter, for the pans

How To Make Pioneer Woman No-Knead Cloverleaf Rolls

1. Heat the milk mixture: In a large pot, combine the milk, canola oil, and sugar. Heat the mixture until it is very hot and just about to boil (this is called scalding). Turn off the heat and let it cool until it’s warm to the touch.
2. Make the initial dough: Add 8 cups of the flour and the yeast to the warm milk mixture. Stir until it is just combined. The dough will be very sticky.
3. Let the dough rise: Cover the pot with a towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
4. Add the final ingredients: After the first rise, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of flour, the baking powder, baking soda, and salt over the dough. Stir gently to mix everything together. The dough will become smoother but will remain soft.
5. Shape the rolls: Grease 36 muffin cups with melted butter. Pinch off small pieces of the dough and roll them into little balls. Place 3 of these small balls into each prepared muffin cup to create the cloverleaf shape.
6. Let the rolls rise again: Cover the muffin pans with a dish towel and let the rolls rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, until they are puffy.
7. Bake until golden: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the rolls for 18 to 20 minutes, or until they are a deep golden brown on top. Serve hot.

Recipe Tips

• How do I get the best rise from my dough? The key is to let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place. A turned-off oven with the oven light on creates a perfect environment. Also, scalding the milk first helps to create a softer, more tender roll.
• What’s the secret to the perfect cloverleaf shape? The trick is to form three small, uniform balls of dough for each muffin cup. As they rise and bake, they will expand to fill the cup and create that classic three-leaf clover look.
• Can I make this dough ahead of time? Yes. After the first rise and after you’ve added the final ingredients, you can cover the dough and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just let it sit out for a bit before shaping the rolls.
• Why is my dough so sticky? This is a no-knead dough, so it is meant to be very soft and sticky. This high moisture content is what makes the final rolls so light and fluffy without any kneading.

What To Serve With No-Knead Cloverleaf Rolls

These soft, buttery rolls are the perfect accompaniment to almost any hearty meal, especially for the holidays. They are wonderful with:

• A holiday roast turkey or baked ham
• A thick, comforting beef stew
• Any meal with a rich gravy for dipping
• As a side for a large salad

How To Store No-Knead Cloverleaf Rolls

Room Temperature: Store the baked and cooled rolls in a bag or airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Reheat: To make them taste freshly baked, warm the rolls in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 5 minutes until they are soft and warm.

No-Knead Cloverleaf Rolls Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 214 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Sodium: 250mg

Nutrition information is estimated per roll and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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