Sunday Dinner Rolls

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Soft, buttery, and irresistibly fluffy, these Sunday Dinner Rolls are the perfect centerpiece for your next family gathering or holiday feast. Made with staple ingredients like all-purpose flour, warm milk, and eggs, these homemade rolls achieve a melt-in-your-mouth texture thanks to a careful balance of tenderness and golden-brown perfection. The recipe features a simple yeast dough that’s kneaded to silky perfection, then allowed to rise twice for maximum lightness. Brushed with softened butter straight out of the oven, these rolls glisten with a tempting sheen and deliver rich, comforting flavor in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time and foolproof step-by-step directions, even novice bakers can easily whip up these crowd-pleasing dinner rolls fresh from scratch! Perfect for pairing with hearty roasts, soups, or slathering with jam, these versatile rolls will steal the show at any meal.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 12 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

8 items

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 cup Warm milk (110°F/43°C)
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened (for brushing)

📝 Instructions

12 steps

1. In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, granulated sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.

3. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs to the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy dough forms.

4. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment for 5-7 minutes.

5. Grease a large bowl with a small amount of butter or oil. Place the dough in the bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

6. Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide it into 12 equal portions and shape each piece into a smooth ball.

7. Place the dough balls evenly spaced on a greased or parchment-lined 9x13-inch baking dish.

8. Cover the baking dish with a clean kitchen towel and let the rolls rise for 30-40 minutes, or until puffy and almost doubled in size.

9. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

10. Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

11. Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately brush the tops with softened butter for a shiny, flavorful finish.

12. Allow the dinner rolls to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (81.1g)

Calories		248
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		7.9 g	10%
	Saturated Fat	4.5 g	23%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		49 mg	16%
Sodium		184 mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate		37.2 g	14%
	Dietary Fiber	1.2 g	4%
	Total Sugars	5.3 g
Protein		6.2 g	12%
Vitamin D		0.5 mcg	2%
Calcium		35 mg	3%
Iron		1.7 mg	9%
Potassium		85 mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 852 cal (29.0%%)

Protein: 301 cal (10.3%%)

Carbs: 1781 cal (60.7%%)