Can I use regular flour instead of self-raising flour?

Yes, but you will need to add a leavening agent like baking powder.

Can I use regular milk instead of buttermilk?

Yes, but the texture and flavor might be slightly different.

What can I use instead of white onion soup mix?

You can use any other soup mix or seasoning of your choice.

Can I make this bread roll vegan?

Yes, by using a plant-based milk alternative and ensuring the soup mix is vegan.

How can I store leftover bread rolls?

Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Berdina's Foolproof Bread Roll

Name: Berdina's Foolproof Bread Roll
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: South African
Ingredients: 500 g self-raising flour; 500 mL buttermilk; 1 package white onion soup mix; bacon; cheese; parsley; garlic

Nerine Posthumus (@cheekygirly)

South African Snack Side Vegetarian

A simple and foolproof bread roll recipe that can be customized with optional ingredients like bacon, cheese, parsley, or garlic.

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Prep Time

10min

Cook Time

1hr 0min

Total Time

1hr 10min

How to make Berdina's Foolproof Bread Roll

Preparation

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C.
Step 2
Mix all the main ingredients together in a bowl. There is no need to knead the dough.

Baking

Step 1
Transfer the dough into a pan or pot.
Step 2
Bake for approximately 1 hour at 180°C.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

233.8kcal (11.69%)

Protein

6.9g (13.88%)

Carbs

44.1g (16.02%)

Sugars

3.8g (7.5%)

Healthy Fat

0.9g

Unhealthy Fat

1.8g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

You can add optional ingredients like bacon, cheese, parsley, or garlic for extra flavor.

FAQS

Can I use regular flour instead of self-raising flour?
Yes, but you will need to add a leavening agent like baking powder.
Can I use regular milk instead of buttermilk?
Yes, but the texture and flavor might be slightly different.
What can I use instead of white onion soup mix?
You can use any other soup mix or seasoning of your choice.
Can I make this bread roll vegan?
Yes, by using a plant-based milk alternative and ensuring the soup mix is vegan.
How can I store leftover bread rolls?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.