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Fluffy dinner rolls with a shiny butter glaze, ready to be served.

Quick Dinner Rolls Recipe

Soft, buttery dinner rolls with a golden crust, perfect for any meal or special occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 12 rolls
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dough

  • 0.75 cup warm milk 110°F
  • 0.5 cup warm water 110°F
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 3½ cups all-purpose flour more if needed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Pinch optional flaky sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Combine warm milk, water, sugar, and yeast; let sit 5-10 min until foamy.
  • Add melted butter, salt, and egg; gradually mix in flour until dough forms a soft ball.
  • Knead dough 5-7 min until smooth; let rise in warm place for 20-30 min.
  • Divide dough into 12 pieces, shape into balls, place in greased dish, and let rise 15-20 min.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F; bake rolls 16-18 min until golden. Melt butter and brush on rolls; sprinkle with sea salt if desired.

Notes

For softer rolls, cover with a towel during the second rise.
Keyword Baking, bread, dinner rolls