Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls No-Knead (Printable Version)
Soft, fluffy dinner rolls with golden tops—no kneading needed. Simple ingredients yield satisfying homemade bread.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 3 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) instant yeast
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
05 - 1 cup warm water
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, salt, and granulated sugar until well blended.
02 - Add the warm water and olive oil. Stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until a sticky dough develops. Cover the bowl tightly and let the dough rest at room temperature for 2 hours, or until doubled in volume.
03 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Uncover the dough and divide it evenly into 12 pieces. Shape each portion into a smooth ball and arrange in a greased baking dish, spacing slightly apart.
04 - Transfer the baking dish to the oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown on top. Remove from the oven and cool slightly before serving.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Ready in just over two hours mostly hands-off waiting time
- No special equipment required just a bowl and your hands
- Budget-friendly and uses basic pantry staples
- The dough is so simple even first-timers always find success
02 -
- High in carbohydrates for lasting energy
- Perfect for freezing and reheating
- Adjustable for flavor add-ins like herbs cheese or seeds
03 -
- A slightly stickier dough gives moister rolls so resist the urge to add more flour
- If your kitchen is cold let the dough rise in an oven with just the light turned on for steady warmth
- Always brush the rolls hot out of the oven with melted butter so the crust stays tender