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Homemade Dinner Rolls Recipe
5 from 120 votes

Homemade Dinner Rolls Recipe

Homemade Dinner Rolls are soft, fluffy rolls made from a yeast dough enriched with milk, butter, sugar, and eggs. After rising twice and brushing with an egg wash, they bake to golden brown perfection with a tender crumb and soft crust. These rolls can be served fresh or reheated, making them versatile for meals or gatherings.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 40 mins
Servings: 20
Calories: 162 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Bread
Cuisine: French, American

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups whole milk at 115° + 2 tablespoons
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 active yeast packet
  • 7 tablespoons unsalted butter melted + more for brushing
  • pinch salt coarse
  • 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 egg large

Instructions

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  1. Add the 1 ½ cups hot milk, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and yeast to a standing mixer with the hook attachment. Whisk with a whisk until combined and let it sit for 4-6 minutes or when a raft forms.
  2. Add the remaining sugar, 7 tablespoons of melted butter, and sea salt.
  3. Turn the mixer on low and slowly add the flour in 4 or so batches until combined.
  4. Add 2 eggs until mixed in, and then knead for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Cover and let rise until it has doubled in size for 60 minutes.
  6. Punch down the dough and form 20 small golf ball-sized dough balls. Place 1” apart in a greased and parchment paper-lined cookie sheet tray or 12x18 baking pan.
  7. Cover with a towel and let rise for 30 more minutes.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining egg and 2 tablespoons of whole milk until combined.
  9. Brush the tops of the bread with the egg wash and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until browned on top and soft and cooked in the middle.
  10. Brush with unsalted melted butter and sprinkle on sea salt.
  11. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Make-ahead option: Shape the rolls, refrigerate overnight, then bring to room temperature for an hour before baking.
  • Store rolls covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days; rolls freeze well for up to 3 months.
  • To reheat, warm rolls covered in a 350°F oven for 4–6 minutes until heated through.
  • Check dough rise by size increase, usually doubling indicates readiness.
  • Using warm liquid aids yeast activation; ideal temperature ranges from 105° to 115°F.
  • Proof dough in a warm oven with light on but off heat to create optimal rising conditions.
  • Brushing rolls after baking with herb or garlic butter enhances flavor.
  • Properly baked rolls have a golden crust and soft interior with no raw dough.

Nutrition Information

Calories 162kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 37mg (12%) Sodium 53mg (2%) Potassium 62mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 188IU (4%) Calcium 30mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 20 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 162

% Daily Value*

Calories 162kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 37mg 12%
Sodium 53mg 2%
Potassium 62mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 188IU 4%
Calcium 30mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.