Homemade Dinner Rolls – Nothing beats the aroma and taste of fresh-baked bread, especially when it’s homemade! These easy dinner rolls are the perfect addition to any meal and will have your house smelling like a bakery in no time. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can have freshly baked dinner rolls on the table in under an hour. The soft and fluffy texture, combined with the slight sweetness and savory flavor, will make these rolls a new family favorite.
I remember the first time I made these dinner rolls for my family – my husband couldn’t stop raving about how delicious they were! Ever since then, they’ve become a staple in our household, especially during holiday meals. I love to serve them warm with a little extra melted butter on top, and my kids love to use them to make mini sandwiches. These dinner rolls are not only easy to make, but they’re also versatile and can be paired with almost any dish.
These easy homemade dinner rolls are a must-try because they’re:
- Quick and easy to make
- Perfectly soft and fluffy
- Slightly sweet and savory
- Made with simple and affordable ingredients
- Versatile and can be paired with almost any dish
Ingredients:
- 1 (1/4-oz.) packet active dry yeast (7 g)
- 1/4 cup warm water (110°F) (60 ml)
- 2 Tablespoons sugar (25 g)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more as needed (240 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (3 g)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (120 ml)
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for brushing (28 g)
- Large-flake sea salt (optional)
Directions:
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let the mixture stand for 5 minutes.
Add 1 cup of the flour, as well as the salt, whole milk, and melted butter and beat for 2 minutes.
Add an additional 1 cup of flour and beat on high speed for 2 minutes until the dough begins to form a ball. (If the dough is still very sticky, add an additional 1/4 cup flour as needed.)
Lightly flour your work surface. Scrape the dough onto your work surface and, using the heel of your hand, knead it for 2 minutes then place the dough in a greased bowl and cover the bowl with a towel. Set the bowl in a dark, warm place for 30 minutes until it has doubled in size.
Grease an 8-inch round pan with cooking spray or butter.
Divide the dough into 12 pieces then roll each piece into a ball and arrange the balls in the prepared pan. Cover the pan with a towel then return it to a dark, warm place for 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Uncover the rolls then bake them for 20 to 25 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the rolls from the oven, brush them with additional melted butter and immediately sprinkle them with the sea salt (optional). Serve them warm.
Notes:
- If you don’t have a stand mixer, you can mix the ingredients by hand and then knead the dough for 8-10 minutes.
- For best results, make sure your yeast is fresh and hasn’t expired.
- You can substitute bread flour for all-purpose flour for a slightly chewier texture.
- To make the rolls ahead of time, follow the directions up until placing the unbaked rolls in the baking pan, then tightly cover the pan with plastic wrap and freeze. When ready to serve, remove the rolls from the freezer and place them in the fridge overnight. Bring them to room temperature to rise before baking as directed.
- You can omit the sea salt topping if you prefer a less salty flavor.
In conclusion, these easy homemade dinner rolls are a must-try recipe for any bread lover out there. With only a handful of ingredients and a straightforward method, you can enjoy the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread in your own kitchen. Whether you’re serving them as a side dish for a special occasion or enjoying them on a regular weeknight, these dinner rolls are sure to impress. So go ahead and give them a try, and see for yourself just how delicious homemade bread can be.
FAQ
Can I make these rolls by hand?
Yes, you can mix the ingredients by hand and then knead the dough for 8-10 minutes.
Can I use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes, bread flour can be used instead of all-purpose flour for a slightly chewier texture.
Can I make these rolls ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the rolls up until placing them in the baking pan, then tightly cover the pan with plastic wrap and freeze. When ready to serve, remove the rolls from the freezer and place them in the fridge overnight. Bring them to room temperature to rise before baking as directed.
Can I omit the sea salt topping?
Yes, if you prefer a less salty flavor, you can omit the sea salt topping.
How do I store leftover rolls?
Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Homemade Dinner Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 1/4-oz. packet active dry yeast (7 g)
- 1/4 cup warm water 110°F (60 ml)
- 2 Tablespoons sugar 25 g
- 2 cups all-purpose flour plus more as needed (240 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 g
- 1/2 cup whole milk 120 ml
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter melted, plus more for brushing (28 g)
- Large-flake sea salt optional
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let the mixture stand for 5 minutes.
- Add 1 cup of the flour, as well as the salt, whole milk, and melted butter and beat for 2 minutes.
- Add an additional 1 cup of flour and beat on high speed for 2 minutes until the dough begins to form a ball. (If the dough is still very sticky, add an additional 1/4 cup flour as needed.)
- Lightly flour your work surface. Scrape the dough onto your work surface and, using the heel of your hand, knead it for 2 minutes then place the dough in a greased bowl and cover the bowl with a towel. Set the bowl in a dark, warm place for 30 minutes until it has doubled in size.
- Grease an 8-inch round pan with cooking spray or butter.
- Divide the dough into 12 pieces then roll each piece into a ball and arrange the balls in the prepared pan. Cover the pan with a towel then return it to a dark, warm place for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Uncover the rolls then bake them for 20 to 25 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the rolls from the oven, brush them with additional melted butter and immediately sprinkle them with the sea salt (optional). Serve them warm.
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