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Grandmas Homemade Dinner Rolls 1

Grandma's Homemade Dinner Rolls

These pillowy, golden-brown dinner rolls are the perfect addition to any meal, recreating that nostalgic homemade taste that only grandma could deliver. Soft, buttery, and irresistible, these classic yeast rolls will become a cherished tradition at your dinner table.
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Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Traditional
Keyword: Dinner Rolls, Homemade Bread, Yeast Rolls, Soft Rolls, Family Recipe
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Rising Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 15 rolls
Calories: 175kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch Baking Dish
  • Electric Mixer
  • Kitchen Thermometer

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour substitute up to half with bread flour for extra structure
  • 2¼ tsp active dry yeast or 1 package, instant yeast also works
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar honey makes a wonderful natural alternative
  • 1½ tsp salt kosher salt preferred
  • 1 cup whole milk lukewarm (about 110°F)
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature

Finishing

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted, for brushing tops

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine the lukewarm milk (around 110°F), 1 tablespoon of sugar and the yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy and fragrant.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining sugar, salt, and 2 cups of flour.
  • Add the activated yeast mixture, softened butter, and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes, until smooth and well combined.
  • Gradually add the remaining flour, half a cup at a time, until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
  • Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic. The perfect dough should feel like a baby's earlobe—slightly tacky but not sticky.
  • Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, turning once to coat both sides. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm spot (about 75°F) for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  • Gently punch down the dough to release air bubbles. Divide into 15 equal portions (using a kitchen scale ensures consistency).
  • Shape each portion into a smooth ball by pulling the edges toward the bottom and pinching them together. Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, leaving space between each for expansion.
  • Cover shaped rolls and allow them to rise again until nearly doubled, approximately 30-40 minutes.
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F during the final 15 minutes of rising.
  • Just before baking, gently brush the tops with melted butter.
  • Bake for 22-25 minutes until deeply golden. The internal temperature should reach 190°F on an instant-read thermometer.
  • For that signature glossy finish, brush the hot rolls with additional melted butter immediately after removing from the oven.
  • Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.

Notes

For the ideal rising environment, heat your oven to its lowest setting for 2 minutes, then turn it off and place the bowl inside with the door slightly ajar.
To make ahead, prepare the recipe through shaping, then refrigerate overnight for their second rise—allow extra rising time (about 1 hour) when removed from refrigeration.
Store completely cooled rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.
To revive slightly stale rolls, sprinkle with a few drops of water and heat in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3.5g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 245mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g
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