What’s in this Dinner Rolls Recipe?
These are the absolute best dinner rolls because they’re simple and delicious, and they go with everything. No meal is complete without these soft rolls on the table!
Bread Flour: Gives the rolls a great chew, but you can substitute all-purpose flour. Instant Yeast: Helps the rolls rise in the oven. You can use active dry yeast instead of instant. Simply warm the milk to 110°F, dissolve the yeast, and let stand for 5 minutes before mixing into the dough in step 3. Kosher Salt: Enhances the natural flavor of the rolls. Milk: Adds moisture to the rolls. You can use plant-based milk if you prefer. Unsalted Butter: Adds richness to the rolls. You can use plant-based butter if you prefer. Granulated Sugar: Adds a touch of sweetness to the rolls. Eggs: Give the rolls structure and add richness.
Pro Tip: Measure your flour using the spoon-and-level method to avoid dense, hard rolls.
Variations on Dinner Rolls
Liven up the dough for these homemade dinner rolls by mixing in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1-2 tablespoons of freshly chopped herbs, or ½ cup of freshly grated cheddar or cheese!
How to Make Ahead and Store
These dinner rolls are a great make-ahead recipe. You can prepare the dough through step 6, then place it in the refrigerator overnight to proof slowly. Continue the recipe as written the next morning! Store leftover dinner rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
How to Freeze and Reheat
You can freeze these rolls shaped, risen, or fully baked.
Shaped: Shape the rolls and place them on a baking sheet with space between them. Freeze for 8-12 hours, then transfer to a Ziplock bag and store for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for 3-5 hours, until risen. Bake as directed. Risen: Let the rolls rise completely, then freeze in a Ziplock bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature until soft, about 2 hours. Bake as directed. Fully Baked: Freeze fully-baked dinner rolls in a Ziplock bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for about 2 hours and reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Every meal will be better off once you add these dinner rolls to the plate. They truly go with everything, so whatever you’re cooking, this is sure to be the best side dish. I especially love them with Coq au Vin, Air Fryer Beef Tenderloin, Turkey Meatloaf, or Instant Pot Pineapple Brown Sugar Ham.
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