If you love homemade rolls but think they take too much time or effort, these Quick Yeast Rolls take only 30 minutes from start to finish and will change your mind. With just a few pantry ingredients, you'll have warm, fluffy rolls ready to serve any night of the week.
Let’s face it — there’s nothing like the smell of fresh bread baking in the oven, and these Quick Yeast Rolls make it possible even on the busiest days! If you’ve ever wanted to impress your family with homemade bread but thought it would take too long, these 30 minute rolls are your new best friend.
With only 5 basic ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry, these homemade yeast rolls require no rising time or kneading! Soft and fluffy, you can make homemade bread for any meal in no time.
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Whether you serve these fluffy rolls as a side with dinner or slather them with butter for a warm snack, they’ll quickly become a family favorite. Check out our other quick-bread favorites, my Mamaw's Easy Hoecakes and Jalapeno Cheese Bread!
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Why You'll Like This Recipe
- Fast and Easy Recipe. This dinner roll recipe comes together quickly, making them perfect addition for any meal!
- Soft and Fluffy. The quick-rise yeast ensures these homemade dinner rolls have a light, airy texture that everyone will love!
- Minimal Ingredients. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create these easy yeast rolls without a lot of fuss.
- Yeast Bread for Beginners. These fluffy dinner rolls are simple enough for novice bakers to tackle, yet impressive enough to wow your family and friends!
Ingredients for 30 Minute Yeast Rolls
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- Self-Rising Flour: This provides the foundation for the rolls and contains baking powder and salt, which help them rise without needing extra yeast.
- Canola or Vegetable Oil: Adds moisture and richness to the soft dough.
- Egg: Acts as a binding agent, helping to give the rolls structure while adding a bit of richness.
- Granulated Sugar: Helps activate the yeast and adds a touch of sweetness to balance the flavors.
- Quick-Rise Yeast: This instant yeast allows the dough to rise faster, cutting down on prep time - hence, QUICK dinner rolls!
- Lukewarm Water: Activates the yeast and hydrates the flour, creating a dough that’s easy to work with. Warm water, not hot! A water temperature of 110°F is ideal.
Tools You'll Need
- Mixing Bowls
- Rubber Spatula
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Liquid Measuring Cups
- 12-Cup Muffin Pan
- Large Scoop
How to Make Quick Yeast Rolls
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Place a 12-cup muffin pan in the preheated oven for 2 minutes. Remove from the oven and grease with a butter stick or with nonstick cooking spray.
- Mix self-rising flour, oil, egg, granulated sugar, quick-rise yeast, and lukewarm water in a large mixing bowl just until combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or large spoon, fill the prepared muffin pan evenly with the bread dough.
- Bake 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and cooked through. If desired, brush with melted salted butter, garlic butter, or unsalted butter with a sprinkle of flaky salt.
Pro Tips and Substitutions
- Flour: If you don’t have self-rising flour, you can make your own by combining all-purpose flour with baking powder and salt (2 cups flour + 1 tablespoon, baking powder + 1 teaspoon salt).
- Oil: Use melted butter or olive oil for a different flavor profile; just remember to adjust for richness.
- Sweetener: You can substitute granulated sugar with honey or agave syrup for a natural sweetness. The rolls will yield and slightly different texture.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use unsweetened almond milk or any non-dairy milk instead of water for a dairy-free roll. Adjust the baking time as needed.
- Add Mix-Ins: These buttery dinner rolls have the best flavor, but feel free to mix in fresh or dried herbs, garlic powder, or shredded cheese to switch up the flavor of your rolls.
Storage
Cool the rolls completely and store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them in the fridge, and they’ll stay fresh for about a week.
These rolls freeze well! Place cooled rolls in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. To reheat, just thaw at room temperature and warm them in the oven for a few minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
If your rolls didn't rise, it may be due to expired yeast or water that was too hot or too cold. Always check your yeast's expiration date and ensure the water is lukewarm (about 110°F) for optimal activation.
Absolutely! Feel free to mix in dried herbs, garlic powder, or shredded cheese.
While it's best to bake these easy dinner rolls right after making the dough, you can prepare the dough, cover with plastic wrap, and place it in the fridge for up to 2 hours before baking. Freshly mixing will give you the best results!
If you don’t have self-rising flour, you can make your own by combining all-purpose flour with baking powder and salt. For 1 cup of self-rising flour, you'll need 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder and ½ teaspoon salt.
Yes, they can be substituted for one another 1:1. However, active dry yeast rise time is a lot slower than rapid rise yeast.
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30 Minute Yeast Rolls
Ingredients
- 2 cups self-rising flour
- ¼ cup canola or vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoon quick-rise yeast
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- Optional Topping: melted salted butter, garlic butter, or unsalted butter with a sprinkle of flaky salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Place a 12-cup muffin pan in the preheated oven for 2 minutes. Remove from the oven and grease with a butter stick or with nonstick cooking spray.
- Mix self-rising flour, oil, egg, granulated sugar, quick-rise yeast, and lukewarm water in a large mixing bowl just until combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or large spoon, fill the prepared muffin pan evenly with the bread dough.
- Bake 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and cooked through. If desired, brush with melted salted butter, garlic butter, or unsalted butter with a sprinkle of flaky salt.
Ginger McPherson
Laura,
I’m going to make the yeast rolls but only have regular yeast, not quick rise. Any suggestions on what to do? Other than go back to the store.
Thank you.
Laura Ashley
Hi Ginger! I'm so sorry to say I haven't tried with the other yeast options, so I can't say how they'll turn out.