The Best Easy Dinner Rolls Recipe

Dinner rolls are a delicious and easy way to add a touch of home to any meal. This recipe is simple to follow and produces perfectly fluffy rolls that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water. Let stand for 5 minutes, until the yeast is foamy.
2. Add the sugar, oil, salt, and 1 cup of the flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until the ingredients are well combined.
3. Add the remaining flour, 1 cup at a time, until the dough comes together and forms a ball.
4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5-7 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
7. Punch down the dough and divide it in half. Roll out each half into a 12×10 inch rectangle.
8. Cut the dough into 12 squares. Place the squares in the prepared baking pan, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
9. Cover the baking pan with plastic wrap and let the rolls rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
10. Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Let the rolls cool for a few minutes before serving.

FAQ

• Q: Why do my dinner rolls not rise?
• A: There are a few reasons why your dinner rolls might not rise. First, make sure that you are using active dry yeast. Instant yeast will not rise properly in this recipe. Second, make sure that the water you are using is the right temperature. The water should be warm, but not hot. If the water is too hot, it will kill the yeast. Third, make sure that you are kneading the dough for long enough. The dough should be smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour. If the dough is too dry, add a little more water.
• Q: How can make my dinner rolls more fluffy?
• There are a few things you can do to make your dinner rolls more fluffy. First, make sure that you are using a good quality flour. Second, knead the dough for a long time. The longer you knead the dough, the more gluten will develop, which will make the rolls more fluffy. Third, let the dough rise in a warm place. The warm environment will help the yeast to produce more gas, which will make the rolls more fluffy.
• Q: Can make these rolls ahead of time?
• Yes, you can make these rolls ahead of time. After you have shaped the rolls, place them in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate the rolls for up to 24 hours. When you are ready to bake the rolls, let them come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before baking.
• Q: How do store leftover dinner rolls?
• Leftover dinner rolls can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. They can also be frozen for up to 2 months. To freeze the rolls, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for 1-2 hours. Once the rolls are frozen