Pour warm milk into a large mixing bowl. Add sugar and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for about 5 to 10 minutes. The yeast should become foamy on top. This step helps create soft fluffy rolls with good rise.

Mix melted butter and egg into the yeast mixture carefully. Stir until combined smoothly. The butter adds rich flavor while the egg helps create soft texture. These ingredients work together to make the dough tender and slightly rich after baking.

Slowly add flour and salt into the bowl while mixing gently. Continue stirring until a soft dough begins forming. The dough should feel slightly sticky but manageable. Avoid adding too much flour because that can make the rolls heavy instead of soft.

Place the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. You can also use a stand mixer with a dough hook. Proper kneading helps develop soft fluffy texture and creates beautiful homemade dinner rolls.

Place the dough into a greased bowl and cover with a kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm place for about one hour. The dough should double in size. This resting time helps create light airy texture inside the finished rolls.

Punch down the risen dough gently to remove extra air. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball using your hands. Place them into a greased baking dish with small spaces between each dough ball.

Cover the shaped rolls with a towel again. Let them rise for another 30 minutes until puffy and soft. This second rise helps create fluffy bakery-style dinner rolls. The dough should look soft and slightly larger before baking.

Preheat your oven to 375°F or 190°C. Bake the rolls for 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown on top. The tops should look shiny and lightly crisp while the inside stays soft and fluffy with warm buttery flavor.

Remove the hot rolls from the oven carefully. Brush softened butter over the tops immediately while warm. The butter creates shiny tops and extra rich flavor. Serve fresh while soft and warm for the best homemade dinner roll experience.