Very Quick Homemade Dinner Rolls Recipe

These unbelievably easy dinner rolls are a family favorite! No kneading or shaping required – just mix, rise, and bake for perfectly fluffy rolls in under an hour. This beloved recipe, passed down from a cherished church cookbook, is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve warm with butter alongside your favorite soup or dinner for a truly comforting meal. Perfect for busy weeknights!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 242.7 kcal
Protein 12g
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Ingredients for Very Quick Homemade Dinner Rolls

  • 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • Warm Water
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 large beaten egg
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt

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How to Make Very Quick Homemade Dinner Rolls

  1. In a large bowl, dissolve 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast in ½ cup warm water (105-115°F). Add 1 tablespoon granulated sugar and stir to combine.
  2. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until the yeast is foamy.
  3. Add 1 large beaten egg, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon salt to the yeast mixture.
  4. Mix with an electric mixer on low speed until just combined.
  5. Let the dough rise in the bowl for 15 minutes.
  6. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin. Spoon the dough into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  7. Let the rolls rise again for 15-20 minutes, or until almost doubled in size.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  9. Let cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm with butter and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

4g

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Very Quick Homemade Dinner Rolls?

Very Quick Homemade Dinner Rolls takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Very Quick Homemade Dinner Rolls?

Very Quick Homemade Dinner Rolls has approximately 242.7 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Very Quick Homemade Dinner Rolls?

The key ingredients for Very Quick Homemade Dinner Rolls are Yeast, Warm Water, Sugar, Egg, Oil, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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