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A basket of freshly baked dinner rolls, golden brown and soft.

Quick way to grow 4 Dinner RollsDinner Rolls

These quick dinner rolls are perfect for a last-minute addition to any meal. They are soft, fluffy, and incredibly easy to make, delivering delicious results in a short amount of time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For Brushing (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt; then add warm water and melted butter, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
Kneading and Shaping
  1. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic, then divide it into 4 equal pieces and shape each into a round ball.
First Rise (Quick Method)
  1. Place the dough balls in a lightly greased baking dish, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 15-20 minutes, or until doubled in size.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), then bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes until golden brown, brushing with melted butter if desired.

Notes

For an extra golden crust, brush the rolls with an egg wash before baking. You can also add herbs like rosemary or garlic powder to the dough for flavored rolls.