Description
There’s nothing like the smell of fresh dinner rolls baking—but sometimes all the prep on the same day feels overwhelming. These Make-Ahead Dinner Rolls solve that problem! The dough rises overnight in the fridge, so all you need to do is shape and bake the next day. Soft, buttery, and golden, they’re perfect for holidays or any family dinner.
Ingredients
1 cup warm milk (110°F)
2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
¼ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1½ teaspoons salt
4½ cups all-purpose flour (more as needed)
2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Stir in melted butter, eggs, and salt. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Knead on a lightly floured surface for 6–8 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover tightly, and refrigerate overnight (8–12 hours).
The next day, punch down dough and divide into 16–20 equal portions. Shape into balls and place in a greased 9×13-inch pan.
Cover and let rise in a warm spot for 45–60 minutes, until puffy.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake rolls for 18–22 minutes, until golden brown.
Brush warm rolls with melted butter and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 160
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 26g