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The Best Soft and Fluffy 1-Hour Dinner Rolls

A cluster of freshly baked, golden brown dinner rolls with a shiny glaze, served on a white plate.
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Make these easy homemade dinner rolls that are soft, fluffy, and buttery. This recipe delivers bakery-quality comfort food in about one hour, perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm milk (105-115°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let this mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes foamy. This shows the yeast is active.
  2. Add the 1/4 cup melted butter, salt, and eggs to the yeast mixture. Whisk gently to combine.
  3. Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. If you use a stand mixer with a dough hook, mix on medium-low speed for about 5 minutes.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning once to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until it has doubled in size. This quick rise time is key for fast results.
  6. Gently punch down the risen dough. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
  7. Arrange the dough balls in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan, leaving a small space between each roll for them to touch as they bake.
  8. Cover the pan loosely and let the rolls rise again for another 20 to 30 minutes, or until they look puffy. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) during this second rise.
  9. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
  10. Immediately brush the tops of the hot rolls with the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
  11. Serve your soft, buttery dinner rolls warm.

Notes

  • For extra shine, brush the tops with one lightly beaten egg mixed with 1 teaspoon of water before baking.
  • You can make the dough ahead of time; cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days before the first rise. Add 15 minutes to the first rise time if baking from cold dough.
  • These rolls are excellent for soaking up gravy or serving alongside holiday meals like Thanksgiving dinner.

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