Best 5 Classic Yeast Dinner Rolls Recipes

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In the realm of classic bread making, the art of crafting yeast dinner rolls stands as a testament to the baker's skill and dedication. These soft, fluffy rolls, often served warm and brushed with butter, are a staple of dinner tables across the globe, symbolizing comfort, nourishment, and the warmth of a home-cooked meal. This article delves into the intricacies of creating these culinary delights, presenting a collection of tried-and-tested recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels. From traditional yeast rolls with their golden-brown crust, to vegan and gluten-free alternatives, this comprehensive guide empowers home bakers to elevate their dinner rolls to perfection.

**Classic Yeast Dinner Rolls:** Embark on a culinary journey with this timeless recipe, where simple ingredients transform into a symphony of flavors and textures. Active dry yeast, milk, sugar, butter, eggs, and flour come together in a harmonious dance, resulting in golden-brown rolls that are light and airy on the inside, with a delicate crust that shatters at the first bite.

**Vegan Yeast Dinner Rolls:** Indulge in the goodness of these plant-based rolls, crafted with almond milk, vegan butter, and a touch of maple syrup for a hint of natural sweetness. These rolls are a testament to the versatility of yeast, proving that deliciousness knows no boundaries.

**Gluten-Free Yeast Dinner Rolls:** Catering to those with gluten sensitivities, this recipe utilizes a blend of almond flour, tapioca flour, and potato starch to create gluten-free rolls that are just as soft and fluffy as their traditional counterparts. Enjoy these rolls without compromising on taste or texture.

**Cheesy Garlic Yeast Dinner Rolls:** Elevate your dinner rolls to new heights with this irresistible recipe. A generous filling of melted butter, minced garlic, and a blend of cheeses, including Parmesan, mozzarella, and cheddar, transforms these rolls into a cheesy, garlicky delight that will have everyone asking for seconds.

**Cinnamon Sugar Yeast Dinner Rolls:** Indulge your sweet tooth with these delectable cinnamon sugar rolls. Warm, fluffy rolls are coated in a mixture of melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon, creating a sweet and aromatic treat that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

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

PARKER HOUSE ROLLS



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield about 24 rolls

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups milk
1 stick unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for brushing
1/2 cup sugar
1 package active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
6 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Place milk in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat, stir in the butter and sugar and let cool. Dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit until foamy. Combine milk mixture, eggs, yeast, salt, and 1/2 of the flour in a mixer with the dough attachment and mix until smooth. Add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, and stir until a smooth ball forms.
  • Remove from the bowl and knead by hand on a floured surface for about 5 minutes. Place in greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 60 to 70 minutes. On a floured surface, punch down the dough and shape into desired shapes. Place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Cover again and let rise until doubled, about 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven 350 degrees F.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and brush with melted butter before serving.

CLASSIC YEAST DINNER ROLLS



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Provided by Katie Clark

Number Of Ingredients 7

1.5 cups milk
2 1/4 teaspoon instant yeast
1/4 cup melted butter, cooled to room temp
1/4 cup white sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon salt
3-4 cups flour

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer or large mixing bowl, mix milk, yeast, butter, sugar, egg, and salt. If you don't have a stand mixer, mix vigorously with a wooden spoon or hand mixer. Add in flour 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well between each addition. Stop adding flour when it is no longer sticky. Use your mixer's dough hook attachment for 10 minutes or knead by hand. Place in a buttered bowl and let rise in a warm spot until doubled. This can take a few hours at room temperature, but it can go faster if you turn the oven to 200, turn it off, and then place the bowl in the oven (make sure it's turned off!) After dough has risen, punch down gently and divide into 12 equal pieces. Form the dough pieces into a roll. Place rolls in a greased 9×13 glass dish. Let rise until doubled (again, using the oven trick can make it go faster). Once rolls have risen, bake at 375F for 18-25 minutes. Brush with butter.

DINNER ROLLS



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These warm, buttery rolls only take a little hands-on prep (the yeast does all the work), kids love to help shape them, and they fill the house with a delicious aroma. Even better, the same dough can be used for Cinnamon-Nut Buns.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 3h20m

Yield Makes 30

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup warm water (115 degrees)
2 packets (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1 1/2 cups warm whole milk (115 degrees)
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for bowl and pans
1/4 cup sugar
2 1/4 teaspoons salt
3 large eggs
6 to 6 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled), plus more for work surface

Steps:

  • Place water in a small bowl; sprinkle with yeast, and let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes. In a large bowl, whisk together milk, butter, sugar, salt, and 2 eggs. Whisk in yeast mixture.
  • Using a wooden spoon, stir in 6 cups flour, 1 cup at a time, until you have a soft, shaggy dough (if necessary, add up to 1/2 cup more flour). Turn dough out onto a floured work surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 5 to 10 minutes. Butter the inside of a large bowl; place dough in bowl, turning to coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap; let stand in a warm spot until dough has doubled in size, about 1 1/4 hours.
  • Butter two 13-by-9-inch baking pans. Divide dough in half. Roll each half into a 15-inch rope; cut each rope into 15 1-inch pieces. Press each piece into a disk, then shape into a ball. Arrange dough balls in prepared pans. (To make ahead: Wrap pans well, and freeze, up to 2 months.) Cover pans loosely with plastic; let stand in a warm spot until rolls have doubled in size, about 1 1/4 hours (2 hours more if frozen).
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees, with racks in upper and lower thirds. In a small bowl, beat remaining egg until blended; brush onto rolls. Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes, rotating pans back to front and top to bottom halfway through. Let rolls cool 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 g, Fat 4 g, Protein 4 g

YEAST DINNER ROLLS



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Ever since I was a child, fresh-from-the-oven yeast breads and rolls have been my absolute favorite. These melt in your month.-Earlene McEvers, Herrin, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 32 rolls.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
2 eggs
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons salt
8 to 8-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Additional melted butter, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in a warm water. Add milk, eggs, sugar, butter, salt and 4 cups flour until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/2 hours. Punch dough down; divide into four portions. Shape each into eight rolls; place 20 rolls in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Place 12 rolls in a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 20-30 minutes. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with butter if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

DINNER ROLLS



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This is the only recipe you'll ever need for Betty's classic from-scratch dinner rolls. Serve them with any meal for a warm, buttery bite.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 1/2 to 3 3/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour or bread flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon salt
1 package regular active or fast-acting dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
1/2 cup very warm water (120°F to 130°F)
1/2 cup very warm milk (120°F to 130°F)
1 egg
Butter, melted, if desired

Steps:

  • In large bowl, stir 2 cups of the flour, the sugar, 1/4 cup butter, the salt and yeast until well mixed. Add warm water, warm milk and egg. Beat with electric mixer on low speed 1 minute, scraping bowl frequently. Beat on medium speed 1 minute, scraping bowl frequently. Stir in enough remaining flour, 1/4 cup at a time, to make dough easy to handle.
  • Place dough on lightly floured surface. Knead about 5 minutes or until dough is smooth and springy. Grease large bowl with shortening. Place dough in bowl, turning dough to grease all sides. Cover bowl loosely with plastic wrap; let rise in warm place about 1 hour or until dough has doubled in size. Dough is ready if indentation remains when touched.
  • Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening or cooking spray.
  • Gently push fist into dough to deflate. Divide dough into 15 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball; place in pan. Brush with melted butter. Cover loosely with plastic wrap; let rise in warm place about 30 minutes or until dough has doubled in size.
  • Heat oven to 375°F. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm or cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Roll, Sodium 190 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh yeast or active dry yeast. Check the expiration date to ensure the yeast is still good.
  • Proof the yeast in warm water before adding it to the dough. To proof the yeast, dissolve it in warm water (105-115°F) and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. The mixture should become foamy and bubbly.
  • Use warm milk or water for the dough. Warm liquids help the yeast to activate and grow.
  • Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic. This will help to develop the gluten in the dough, which will give the rolls a chewy texture.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will take about 1 hour.
  • Shape the dough into rolls and place them in a greased baking pan. Let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
  • Bake the rolls in a preheated oven until they are golden brown. This will take about 20 minutes.
  • Brush the rolls with butter or melted butter as soon as they come out of the oven. This will help to keep them moist.
  • Serve the rolls warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

These classic yeast dinner rolls are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with any meal. They are also a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these rolls at home that will impress your family and friends.

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