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Best Homemade Dinner Rolls

Best Homemade Dinner Rolls

These Best Homemade Dinner Rolls are soft, fluffy, and full of buttery, slightly sweet flavor. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they are easy to prepare and perfect for any meal—from holiday feasts to casual dinners. Their golden crust and tender crumb make them a delightful complement to soups, roasts, and holiday spreads.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 0 minutes
  • Yield: 12-16 rolls 1x

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm milk (around 110°F)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, beaten

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: Warm the milk until comfortably warm (about 110°F). Stir in the active dry yeast and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy and bubbly, confirming the yeast is active.
  2. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and beaten eggs. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 8-10 minutes on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
  3. First Rise: Shape the dough into a ball, place it in a greased bowl, and cover with a clean towel. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  4. Shape the Rolls: Punch down the dough to release air. Divide into 12-16 equal portions. Shape each into a smooth ball and place side by side in a greased baking pan, leaving some space for rising.
  5. Second Rise: Cover the pan and let the rolls rise again for 30 to 45 minutes until puffy.
  6. Bake to Perfection: Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter for a golden finish. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Cool and Enjoy: Remove from oven and brush again with melted butter for extra softness. Let cool slightly before serving warm.

Notes

  • Use fresh yeast and check expiration for best rising.
  • Measure flour carefully by spooning and leveling or weighing to avoid dense rolls.
  • Knead just enough to develop gluten; don’t overknead.
  • Proof dough in a warm, draft-free, slightly humid environment.
  • Brush rolls with butter before and after baking for moisture and flavor.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Not Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

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