Light, fluffy, buttery dinner rolls are impossible to resist. Homemade with just a handful of simple ingredients, the BEST Dinner Rolls can you be on your table in a jiffy. They really are the perfect addition to any meal but I love this easy dinner roll recipe with Buttermilk Ranch Oven Fried Chicken or these delicious Turkey Meatballs.
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The BEST Dinner Rolls
An easy dinner roll recipe needs to be in everyone’s repertoire. These dinner rolls are perfect. Like, truly perfect. Soft and fluffy, my dinner roll recipe is going to blow you away with it’s pillowy texture and buttery flavor. They are extremely versatile and a welcome addition to essentially every meal.
I am the biggest fan of carbs. There, I said it. I’m currently working with a nutritionist and I get 3 starches a day. It’s basically torture but I’m learning to deal with it. I pick and choose those starches verrrry carefully these days.
When I knew I was making these soft dinner rolls for dinner this past week, I took extra precautions to make sure I could have at least two of these amazing dinner rolls with butter and jelly. Although, to be completely transparent, they don’t even need butter. It’s more of a habit at this point.
You guys! Just look at these fluffy dinner rolls! I love that they have just a hint of sweetness but it’s not too much. They are perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack, sandwiches – you name it.
They homemade dinner rolls are quick too! They do rise twice, for 30 minutes each, but start to finish, you’re looking at 90 minutes total and not a whole lot of work either.
I use my stand mixer and let the dough hook do the kneading for me. I’m using rapid rise or instant yeast in this dinner roll recipe so all the ingredients get dumped in together, much like you would in a bread machine. It’s basically the best thing ever.
Tips for Making Perfect Homemade Dinner Rolls
- This recipe comes together super fast so it’s nice to be prepared. Measure out all the ingredients before you get started so you can just dump them in the bowl of the mixer and get started.
- The milk is what activates the yeast so be diligent about checking for the right temperature. You’re looking for somewhere between 100-110F. I warm mine in the microwave in a glass measuring cup and then use this thermometer to check the temperature. If it gets too hot, let it sit until it reaches the right temperature. Killing the yeast is a big no-no.
- The first and second rise are both 30 minutes. Keep your rolls in a draft free location and cover with a tea towel or plastic wrap.
- Making the rolls the same size ensures an even baking time. I’m pretty good at eyeballing it but to be extra sure, pat the dough into a rectangle about 8 x 12 inches. Cut into 4 strips and then cut those strips into 6 squares for a total of 24 rolls. You can use a kitchen scale to weigh them.
- When rolling the dough into balls, I like to make them nice and smooth on top by pulling the “seams” down to the bottom and giving it a twist. That’s the side I place on to the baking sheet so the top is perfectly rounded. The video below will show you more of what I mean if that is unclear.
- Check the rolls at 12 minutes. If they are starting to darken beyond what you prefer, put a piece of foil over the top. I like my rolls a nice golden brown and once it hits that color, I know the rolls are done. Always check a center roll for doneness and then tent with foil if they need a few more minutes.
- Don’t forget to brush with butter! This is what gives the top of the dinner rolls that irresistible golden sheen. It’s super important 🙂
To Make Homemade Dinners Rolls, You’ll Need
How To Make Dinner Rolls
If you like this easy dinner roll recipe, make sure to check out this Cinnamon Bread and these Cheddar Bay Biscuits – so good!
The BEST Dinner Rolls
Ingredients
- 4 -5 cups all purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons rapid rise, instant yeast
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1½ cups warm milk , 110 degrees
- 5 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 egg , room temperature
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Combine 3 cups of flour, yeast, sugar, salt, warm milk, butter, and egg in the bowl of a stand mixer.
- Attach the dough hook and turn the mixer on to the lowest speed and mix until flour is incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
- Increase speed to medium and beat for 2 minutes.
- Add 1/2 cup flour and blend with the dough hook until incorporated. And another 1/2 cup flour and repeat, mixing at medium speed for another 2 minutes until a ball of dough is formed.
- Add additional flour as necessary. The dough should be slightly sticky and soft and pulling away from the edge of the bowl.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl and cover with a towel or plastic wrap. Let rise for 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Remove the towel or plastic wrap and deflate the dough by punching down lightly.
- Pinch off pieces of the dough and form 24 rolls. You can weigh them to keep the rolls close to the same size. Mine were about 2 ounces each but this will vary depending on how much flour you added.
- Transfer the rolls to a lightly greased quarter baking sheet or 9 x 13 baking dish. Cover with a towel or plastic wrap and let rise for an additional 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Bake the rolls for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. If the rolls are getting too brown, just tent the rolls with foil.
- Remove rolls and brush hot rolls with the melted butter. Serve immediately or store cooled rolls in a plastic bag for up to 3 days.
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Notes
Nutrition
Feeling all the carbs?? Make sure to check out these recipes from friends:
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jessie frymyer says
Made these on Thanksgiving to rave reviews! Nothing like trying a new recipe with no pressure, right?? Now… on to Christmas. Is there a way to make these into cinnamon rolls? Could I roll it out/fill with goodness/cut after 1st rise then put in the fridge overnight to bake in the morning?
Erin C says
Hey Trish!
My squeeze requested dinner rolls from his memory…soft, lightly browned, pull apart texture, can’t eat just one yeast dinner rolls. I just completed my first batch. I didn’t hit perfection, yet. I am going up a size on the Panama won’t exceed 2oz rolls-might go with 1.75 oz even. I’m in a humid climate and used all the flour plus a skootch more. By golly though, I might get a marriage proposal if I nail the second batch.
Thanks for sharing your experience in the kitchen! ???
Erin C says
Oh gosh, my fumble fingers.
“Going up a size in the pan and I won’t exceed…”
Peggy Dollar says
I have never made any kind of homemade bread but I got a new mixer and wanted to give it a try. This recipe is amazing. I cut it in half exactly bcos I didn’t need that many but they came out great!!!
Ellen Manalo says
Hi Trish! There are tons of recipes for dinner rolls but this is the one i want to try. This is my first time to try baking with yeast, how do i know if my dinner rolls are cooked through aside from browning? Warm regards from the Philippines.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
I always check the center roll Ellen – if it’s done, you’re good to go!
Catherine says
Thanks for posting this recipe. It is easy, doesn’t take the day to make, and is delicious.
I just tried the recipe, ate one immediately, my husband ate two immediately, and I wrapped up most the rest for the neighbors.
This will be my go to rolls from now on.
Thanks again.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much Catherine!
Corrina says
Do you think I could substitute milk for soya milk?? Dairy free in my house :). I’ll give it a go anyway but wondered if it had been tried 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
I haven’t tried it Corrina but I would LOVE to know how they turned out!
Heather Johnson says
These dinner rolls deserve 6 stars! These just came out of the oven and are divine, like little clouds of heaven! And I loved how easy they were to make. Definitely a keeper to make again, thank you for sharing!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! We love them so much and I’m glad you do too!
Emma says
Ethics just became my number one recipe for yeast rolls! Easy, light, and delish! Thanks for sharing.
Rosaline says
Just made these rolls and OMG they are so delicious! Thank you! Very easy, light and fluffy. I’ve made lots of rolls but this one is going to the front of my recipe folder! Wonderful
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Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Yassssss! Thank you Rosaline!
Stephanie M. says
I just made these! These are the best yeast rolls I have ever made. So easy too. They rose beautifully. This will be my new go to roll recipe. Everyone loved them. Thank you for sharing 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much Stephanie!
Tabatha says
These were hands down the best rolls I’ve ever made from scratch! Thanks!!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
So glad you enjoyed the rolls Tabatha!
Mary says
I have never posted a recipe review before but I had to for the Best Ever Dinner Rolls. I have NEVER been able to make any type of bread in the past. It has always been a disaster! That is until this recipe. This is the easiest bread dough recipe and the no kneading was wonderful! I have made these three times and they came out great each time. I made them for Easter and my family is still talking about them! In fact we went to a very expensive restaurant last weekend that had really great rolls and my sister -law said mine were better!!! Thank you for this recipe and many others that I have found on your site!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Wow! This made my day Mary – thank you SO much!
Joanna R. says
Dear Trish, let me start with saying I LOVE your recipes, the videos, and YOU!
I made your rolls yesterday to go with my boeuf bourguignon by Julia Child. I had not made rolls in my life, until yesterday! They were a big hit. A family of four, we almost ate all of the rolls with that fancy beef stew (and some with jam, and some just without anything!). They were easy to make, easy directions. I ended up with 4 cups of flour, nothing less, nothing more. Keep up the good work, dear girl, keep inspiring us! xoxo
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
You are the sweetest Joanna! Seriously just made my day – thank you so much!
Lisa Walker says
Oh my goodness these are eye rolling amazing! I do have a question though. If I want to increase the sugar a tad bit would I need to increase the yeast as well? Thank you!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much Lisa! You could increase it just a bit without adjusting anything else. Hope that helps!
Megaj says
Making these as we speak and they’re on their second rise but I tried the dough and it’s DELISH! I can’t wait to have these with dinner!