Bread roll

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Bread roll

Alternative names	Bread bun, roll
Type	Bread
Course	Appetizer, side dish, main course
Main ingredients	Flour, water, yeast, salt
Cookbook: Bread roll   Media: Bread roll

A bread roll is a small, often round loaf of bread served as a meal accompaniment (eaten plain or with butter) or used to make sandwiches. Bread rolls are a common bread product in many cultures and are often served as a side dish with meals.

Types of Bread Rolls

Bread rolls come in various shapes and sizes, and their names and ingredients can vary by region. Some common types include:

• Kaiser roll: A crusty roll, often topped with poppy seeds or sesame seeds.
• Dinner roll: A small, soft roll typically served with dinner.
• Bap (bread): A large, soft roll from Scotland.
• Baguette: A long, thin roll, often used for sandwiches.
• Ciabatta: An Italian roll with a crisp crust and airy interior.

Ingredients

The basic ingredients for a bread roll are similar to those used in other types of bread:

• Flour
• Water
• Yeast
• Salt

Additional ingredients such as sugar, butter, milk, and eggs can be added to create different textures and flavors.

Preparation

The preparation of bread rolls involves several steps: 1. **Mixing**: Combine the flour, water, yeast, and salt to form a dough. 2. **Kneading**: Knead the dough to develop the gluten structure. 3. **Proofing**: Allow the dough to rise until it has doubled in size. 4. **Shaping**: Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into rolls. 5. **Baking**: Bake the rolls in an oven until they are golden brown.

Cultural Variations

Bread rolls are known by different names and have unique variations in various cultures:

• In Germany, bread rolls are called Brötchen or Semmel.
• In France, they are known as petit pain.
• In Italy, they are referred to as panino.

Uses

Bread rolls can be used in a variety of ways:

• As a side dish with meals.
• To make sandwiches.
• As a base for sliders.
• Served with soup or salad.

See Also

• Bread
• Sandwich
• Baguette
• Ciabatta
• Kaiser roll
• Dinner roll