Best 9 The Best Dinner Rolls Ever Recipes

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Dinner rolls are a beloved side dish that can elevate any meal to a special occasion. Whether you're hosting a family gathering, a holiday feast, or just a cozy weeknight dinner, serving up a batch of irresistible dinner rolls is sure to impress your guests and create lasting memories. With so many variations of dinner rolls out there, it can be overwhelming to choose the best recipe. This article will guide you through the process of finding the perfect dinner roll recipe, taking into consideration factors such as texture, flavor, ease of preparation, and your personal preferences. We will explore different types of dinner rolls, from classic white rolls to artisanal sourdough rolls, and provide tips and tricks to ensure a successful baking experience. So get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you with the knowledge and skills to create the best dinner rolls ever.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DINNER ROLLS



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Soft and Fluffy Homemade Dinner Rolls. They are buttery, flakey and perfectly golden brown on the outside. They are the perfect roll to serve alongside your holiday meals, soups or favorite dinners!

Provided by Kelley Simmons

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup milk (I used 2%) heated to 115 F
1 tbsp Instant yeast
2 tbsp honey
1 large egg
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp salt
3-3 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 egg whisked plus 1 tablespoon water for optional egg wash

Steps:

  • Add the milk and yeast to a stand mixer and stir to combine. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Add the honey, egg, butter, salt and 1 cup of the flour. Beat until combined then scrape the sides of the bowl.
  • Add the remaining flour and beat for 2-3 minutes or until the dough is combined and forms a ball. If the dough still looks sticky and is not forming into a ball add more flour. (I start at 3 cups and work my way up to 3 1/2 if needed)
  • Working with floured hands grab ball of dough and transfer to a large bowl sprayed with nonstick cooking spray or oil. Rotate the ball of dough to coat in the oil. Cover with a towel and place in a warm area to double in size about 90 minutes.
  • Grease a 9 x 13 pan with nonstick cooking spray, set aside.
  • Once dough has doubled punch it down and roll into 15 balls.
  • Place the dough balls in the prepared baking pan and cover to rise for another hour.
  • When your ready to bake preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Make an egg wash by whisking the egg and water in a small bowl. Brush on top of each roll.
  • Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. If the tops are getting too brown simply cover with foil or lower the oven rack to the bottom.
  • Serve the rolls warm with melted butter brushed on top if desired!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.17 kcal, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Protein 6.18 g, Fat 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.92 g, Cholesterol 84.09 mg, Sodium 191.65 mg, Fiber 0.86 g, Sugar 3.28 g, ServingSize 1 serving

THE BEST DINNER ROLLS



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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!

Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout

Categories     Side Dish

Time 22m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 -5 cups all purpose flour
2 tbsp rapid rise, instant yeast
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups warm milk (, 110 degrees)
5 tbsp butter, softened
1 egg (, room temperature)
2 tbsp melted butter

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Sodium 136 mg, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

THE BEST PARKER HOUSE ROLLS



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These Parker House rolls are super indulgent thanks to plenty of butter mixed in and brushed on top. Milk and eggs enrich the dough, lending a perfectly tender texture. A sprinkle of flaky sea salt adds a welcome bit of contrast and crunch. These rolls are best served fresh and warm.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 3h

Yield 24 rolls

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/3 cups whole milk
2 sticks (16 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup warm water, about 110 degrees F
One 1/4-ounce package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
5 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting (see Cook's Note)
Nonstick cooking spray
Flaky sea salt, such as Maldon, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium-high until it just starts to simmer, about 4 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in 1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter and the sugar until melted. Set aside to cool.
  • Put the warm water in a small liquid measuring cup and stir in the yeast. Let it sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.
  • Combine the milk mixture, yeast mixture, eggs, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and half the flour in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook. Mix on medium speed until smooth, about 2 minutes. Slowly add the remaining flour, mixing until a smooth ball forms. Increase the speed to medium-high and continue to knead the dough until very smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Coat a large bowl with nonstick cooking spray, then place the dough inside. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, 60 to 75 minutes.
  • Melt the remaining 1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Set aside.
  • Spray a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray, line with parchment paper then spray the paper.
  • Lightly dust a clean work surface with flour. Punch down the dough and turn it out onto the prepared surface. Pat into an even thickness.
  • Use a chef's knife or bench scraper to divide the dough into 24 pieces, then shape into balls to create small rolls. Place in the prepared baking dish in rows of 4 by 6, then brush the tops of the rolls with 4 tablespoons of the melted butter. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until almost doubled in size, 30 to 40 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven 350 degrees F.
  • Remove the plastic wrap and sprinkle the rolls lightly with flaky sea salt. Bake until puffed and golden brown, about 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and brush with the remaining 4 tablespoons melted butter. Serve warm.

THE BEST HOMEMADE DINNER ROLLS EVER!



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Perfectly soft dinner rolls that melt in your mouth! These are truly the most amazing dinner rolls ever. Just read all the rave reviews!

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Categories     Bread

Time 3h12m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups warm milk
2 tablespoons instant dry yeast
1/4 cup white granulated sugar
2 teaspoons salt
6 tablespoons salted butter (softened)
2 large eggs
6 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon melted butter

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm milk, yeast, sugar, salt, butter, and eggs.
  • Add in 5 1/2 cups of flour. Using a dough hook, turn the mixer on to a low speed. Once the flour starts to incorporate into the dough, increase the speed to a medium range. Slowly add the remaining 1/2 cup of flour until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. The dough mixture should be slightly sticky and soft. Add more or less flour until the dough reaches the desired consistency. The amount of flour you add in bread making is always an approximation and you should go by feel.
  • Transfer the dough to a lightly greased mixing bowl. Cover with a towel and let rise 90 minutes.
  • Lightly grease a baking sheet. Punch down the dough and form into 24 rolls. Place on the greased baking sheet in six rows of four. Cover and let rise 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Bake the rolls for 12 to 14 minutes, until lightly browned.
  • Remove rolls from oven and brush with melted butter. Serve the rolls warm, or to cool, let rest on the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack. Once cooled completely, store in a plastic bag.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 237 mg, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEST ROLLS EVER!



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A yeast-roll recipe which uses self-rising flour for the most airy, delicious rolls ever! Note: the secret to these light and airy rolls is NOT punching down the dough and NOT kneading it, plus the added lift the self-rising flour gives.

Provided by Cara A. Austin

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     Rolls and Buns

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups water
1 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
½ cup water
1 teaspoon white sugar
3 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
7 ½ cups self-rising flour

Steps:

  • In a large bowl place 2 cups water and butter or margarine. Microwave about 2 minutes.
  • In another bowl, mix 1 cup sugar and eggs.
  • In a separate cup, microwave 1/2 cup water for 30 seconds. Add 1 teaspoon sugar and dissolve yeast in this.
  • Mix butter water and sugar and eggs mixture together; add salt. Mix in yeast water. Stir in 7 to 7 1/2 cups flour. Mix well and let rise in the refrigerator overnight, covered.
  • When ready to use, dump onto floured surface (DO NOT PUNCH DOWN!) and let warm to room temperature. LIGHTLY KNEAD! Only work in enough extra flour to handle.
  • Shape into rolls and place on greased sheet(s). Let rest 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  • Bake in a preheated 400 degree F (205 degrees C) oven until tops are golden. Brush with oil or butter immediately out of the oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 654.5 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

BEST DINNER ROLLS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 53m

Yield 32 rolls

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 3/4 to 6 3/4 cups Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
1/4 cup sugar
2 tsps. salt
2 pkgs. active dry yeast
1 cup water
1 cup milk
1/2 cup butter
1 large egg
Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
Butter, melted

Steps:

  • COMBINE 2 cups flour, sugar, salt and yeast in large bowl; mix well. Heat water, milk and 1/2 cup butter in small saucepan until very warm (120 degrees to 130 degrees F). Add warm liquid and egg to flour mixture; blend at low speed until moistened. Beat 3 minutes at medium speed. By hand, stir in an additional 2 1/2 to 3 cups flour until dough pulls cleanly away from sides of bowl.
  • SPRAY large bowl with no-stick cooking spray. Knead in 1 1/4 to 1 3/4 cups flour on floured surface until dough is smooth and elastic, 8 to 10 minutes. Place dough in prepared bowl; cover loosely with greased plastic wrap and cloth towel. Let rise in warm place (80 degrees to 85 degrees F) until light and doubled in size, 45 to 60 minutes.
  • PUNCH down dough several times to remove all air bubbles. Divide dough in half. To make Pan Rolls, lightly spray two 13 x 9-inch pans with no-stick cooking spray. Divide each half of dough into 16 equal pieces. Shape each into a ball, pulling edges under to make a smooth top. Place balls, smooth side up, in prepared pans. Cover; let rise in warm place until light and doubled in size, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • HEAT oven to 400 degrees F. Uncover dough. Bake 16 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove rolls from pans; cool on wire racks for 15 minutes. Brush with melted butter. Serve warm or cool.
  • Tip: To make dough a day ahead, after first rise time, punch down dough, cover and refrigerate dough overnight. Shape dough as directed in recipe; let rise a second time until light and doubled in size, 25 to 35 minutes.
  • High Altitude (above 3500 ft.):
  • No change.
  • VARIATIONS:
  • BOW KNOT ROLLS: Lightly spray cookie sheets with no-stick cooking spray. Using half of dough, divide dough into 16 equal pieces. On lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a 9-inch rope. Tie each into a loose knot. Place 2 to 3 inches apart on prepared cookie sheets. After rising, bake 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 16 rolls
  • SWIRL ROLLS: Lightly spray cookie sheets with no-stick cooking spray. Using half of dough, divide dough into 16 equal pieces. On lightly floured surface, roll each piece into an 8-inch rope. Beginning at center, make a loose swirl or coil with each rope; tuck end under. Place 2 to 3 inches apart on prepared cookie sheets. After rising, bake 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 16 rolls
  • CROWN ROLLS: Lightly spray 12 muffin cups with no-stick cooking spray. Using half of dough, divide dough into 12 equal pieces. Shape each into a ball, pulling edges under to make a smooth top. Place 1 ball, smooth side up, in each prepared muffin cup. Using kitchen scissors dipped in flour, cut balls of dough into quarters almost to bottom. After rising, bake 14 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 12 rolls
  • CRESCENT ROLLS: Lightly spray cookie sheets with no-stick cooking spray. Using half of dough, divide dough in half again; shape each half into a ball. On lightly floured surface, roll each ball into a 12 inch round. Spread each with 1 tablespoon softened butter. Cut each round into 12 wedges. Beginning at wide end of wedge, roll toward point. Place, point side down, 2 to 3 inches apart on prepared cookie sheets. Curve ends to form a crescent shape. After rising, bake 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 24 rolls
  • CLOVERLEAF ROLLS: Lightly spray 12 muffin cups with no-stick cooking spray. Using half of dough, divide dough into 12 equal pieces; divide each into thirds. Shape each into a ball, pulling edges under to make a smooth top. Place 3 balls, smooth side up, in each prepared muffin cup. After rising, bake 14 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 12 rolls
  • Tip: Diagrams for making dinner rolls are on pillsburybaking.com under Baker's Corner, Baking Tips, Shaping Dinner Rolls.

CLASSIC DINNER ROLLS



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Who can resist warm yeast rolls, fresh from the oven?

Provided by Fleischmann's Yeast

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     ARGO®, KARO®, FLEISCHMANN'S®

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups all-purpose flour, or more if needed
1 envelope Fleischmann's® RapidRise Yeast
2 tablespoons sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup milk
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons butter OR margarine

Steps:

  • Combine 3/4 cup flour, undissolved yeast, sugar and salt in a large bowl. Heat milk, water and butter until very warm (120 degrees to 130 degrees F). Add to flour mixture. Beat 2 minutes at medium speed of electric mixer, scraping bowl occasionally. Add 1/4 cup flour; beat 2 minutes at high speed. Stir in enough remaining flour to make soft dough. Knead on lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 8 to 10 minutes. Cover; let rest 10 minutes.
  • Divide dough into 12 equal pieces; shape into balls. Place in greased 8-inch round pan. Cover; let rise in warm, draft-free place until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • Bake in preheated 375 degrees F oven for 20 minutes or until done. Remove from pan; brush with additional melted butter, if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 115.3 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

BEST DINNER ROLLS



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These are the best dinner rolls around. If you can't decide which enticing topping to choose, just use them all.-Christina Pittman, Parkville, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 23

1/4 cup sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
4-1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 large egg, lightly beaten
FOR EVERYTHING DINNER ROLLS:
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
FOR PARMESAN-GARLIC DINNER ROLLS:
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic
FOR ALMOND-HERB DINNER ROLLS:
2 tablespoons chopped sliced almonds
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix sugar, yeast, salt and 2 cups flour. In a small saucepan, heat milk, water and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat on medium speed 3 minutes. Add 2 eggs; beat on high 2 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)., Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch down dough. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide and shape dough into 24 balls. Place in 2 greased 13x9-in. baking pans. Cover with kitchen towels; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Preheat oven to 375°. Brush rolls with lightly beaten egg. Sprinkle with toppings for rolls of your choice. Bake until golden brown, 10-15 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 143mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

THE ULTIMATE DINNER ROLLS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Sometimes, the best part of a home-cooked dinner is the simplest part. That's right, we're talking about rolls: buttery and flaky, they capture all things right about freshly-baked bread. Sure, bread baking can seem scary at first, but fear not: with our easy guide, you'll be making some of the best dinner rolls around. Pair 'em with any meal and you've got yourself a winner.

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup whole milk
½ cup warm water
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
¼ cup sugar
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast, 1 packet
4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
neutral oil, for greasing
sea salt, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine the warm milk, warm water, melted butter, and sugar.
  • Sprinkle the yeast evenly over the wet ingredients, stir to combine, and let stand for 5 minutes, until foamy
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt, and stir to combine. Beat 1 egg, then add to the bloomed yeast mixture. Pour the wet ingredients into the flour and use a knife to stir until the mixture just comes together and forms a dough. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-10 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth. Add more flour as needed to keep the dough from sticking. To test if it's done, tear off a small piece of dough and stretch into a thin layer. If the dough doesn't rip, it's ready. Or, press a finger into the dough to see if it bounces back.
  • Lightly grease a large glass bowl with oil. Add the dough, cover with plastic wrap, and let rest for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  • Punch down the dough, then turn out onto a floured surface. Knead for a few more minutes, just until the dough is smooth, about 2 minutes.
  • Divide the dough into 16 equal balls, roughly the size of tangerines.
  • Knead the balls, gathering the edges of the dough toward the center to make a taut, round ball with a smooth top.
  • Place the rolls on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
  • Beat the remaining egg in a small bowl. Uncover the rolls and brush with the egg wash. Lightly sprinkle the rolls with sea salt.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the rolls have lightly browned and doubled in size.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 3 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your dinner rolls.
  • Make sure your yeast is active. If it's not, your rolls won't rise properly.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place. This will help it to rise quickly and evenly.
  • Don't overwork the dough. Overworking will make the rolls tough.
  • Bake the rolls at a high temperature. This will give them a nice golden brown crust.
  • Serve the rolls warm with butter or your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

These are just a few tips for making the best dinner rolls ever. With a little practice, you'll be able to make light, fluffy, and delicious rolls that your family and friends will love. So what are you waiting for? Start baking today!

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