Do you remember when Costco sold bags of dinner rolls? Those were a favorite for family dinners! There’s something special about a warm roll alongside a meal. With our quick dinner rolls recipe, you can have homemade rolls ready in about the same time it takes to prepare the rest of dinner – just 30 minutes!
Our quick and easy hamburger buns recipe became incredibly popular, so we decided to adapt the method for other baked goods. The consistent results and delicious taste of the hamburger buns were a hit, so we created quick and easy hot dog buns and, of course, this easy dinner roll recipe. This recipe is perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. You’ll be amazed at how quickly you can have fresh, homemade bread on the table.
Why Choose This Quick and Easy Dinner Rolls Recipe?
Making bread at home can seem intimidating, but this recipe is designed to be simple and fast. Here’s why you’ll love it:
- Speed: Fresh, homemade dinner rolls in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights.
- Taste: The touch of honey adds a subtle sweetness that makes these rolls irresistible.
- Versatility: Leftovers make excellent sliders for snacks or appetizers.
- Easy to Follow: The instructions are clear and straightforward, making it ideal for beginner bakers.
- Impress Your Guests: Serve warm, homemade rolls at your next dinner party and watch them disappear.
If you’re looking for other roll recipes, we also have sourdough dinner rolls and an old-fashioned yeast rolls recipe.
Ingredients for Perfect Quick Dinner Rolls
This recipe uses simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Active Dry Yeast: Yes, 2 tablespoons is correct! The extra yeast helps the rolls rise quickly. You can use instant yeast instead, but dissolve it in the warm water with honey first.
- Honey: This is important! The sugar in the honey fuels the yeast for a fast rise. You can substitute ¼ cup of granulated sugar.
- Egg: Use a room-temperature egg to help keep the dough warm, which promotes a quicker rise.
- Butter: You can substitute ⅓ cup of your preferred cooking oil if you don’t have butter on hand.
- All-Purpose Flour: Bread flour works too, or you can replace half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a slightly heartier roll.
These ingredient substitutions allow for flexibility, but keep in mind that they may slightly alter the final taste and texture of the rolls. Using high-quality ingredients will always yield the best results.
Essential Equipment for Quick Dinner Rolls
You don’t need any fancy equipment to make these delicious rolls. Here are the basics:
- Large Bowl
- Stand Mixer (Optional, but helpful)
- 9×13 Inch Baking Sheet
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Clean Kitchen Towel or Plastic Wrap
A stand mixer can make kneading easier, but it’s perfectly fine to knead the dough by hand. The baking sheet can be any size that fits in your oven, but a 9×13 inch pan is ideal for 18 rolls.
How to Make Quick and Easy Dinner Rolls: Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s get baking! Follow these simple steps to create perfect dinner rolls in just 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water.
- Add honey, and let stand for 5 minutes. This allows the yeast to activate.
- Add melted butter, egg, salt, and 3 ¼ cups of flour (set aside the last ¼ cup) and mix to form a soft dough. If the dough is too runny, add the remaining ¼ cup of flour.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead by hand or with a dough hook in a stand mixer until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.
- Prepare your baking sheet by spraying it with cooking oil or greasing it with butter. Set it aside.
- Divide the dough into 18 equal pieces (about 50 grams each). Shape each piece into a ball and place them about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let them rise for 15 minutes. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown. Brush with melted butter for extra flavor and shine, if desired.
🎯 TFN Pro Tip
If you’re short on time, you can let the dough rise for as little as 10 minutes in a warm location. However, we’ve found that a 15-minute rise produces the best results.
Have more time? Try our popular sourdough sandwich bread recipe for a delicious and satisfying loaf.
Quick Dinner Rolls: Frequently Asked Questions
The dough is ready when it feels smooth and elastic, like the inside of your cheek. It should be tacky but not sticky, and you should be able to stretch it several inches without tearing.
Avoid overbaking them! Remove them from the oven when they are lightly golden brown. Brushing the rolls with melted butter as soon as they come out of the oven also helps keep them soft. Store them in an airtight container to prevent them from drying out.
Honey or sugar is a necessary ingredient for this recipe. The quick rise time means the yeast needs a little help from the sugar to activate. Plus, the slightly sweet taste of the rolls is simply irresistible!
More Delicious Homemade Bread Recipes
If you enjoyed this quick dinner roll recipe, be sure to check out these other homemade bread recipes:
- Pizza Monkey Bread
- Pesto Cheese Bread
- Bisquick Banana Bread
- Easy Sourdough Rye Bread
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30-Minute Honey Butter Dinner Rolls
Renae Gerhardstein
Pin
Side Dish, Lunch, Dinner, Bread
American
18
rolls
20
minutes
15
minutes
35
minutes
132
Equipment
- 9×13 inch baking pan – or baking sheet
- large bowl
- stand mixer – optional
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons active dry yeast see notes for instant yeast
- 1 cup warm water 95° to 105°F
- 3 tablespoons honey or 1/4 cup sugar *see notes
- 5 tablespoons butter melted then cooled, or 1/3 cup cooking oil
- 1 large egg beaten