Description
Super Soft No-Knead Dinner Rolls are warm, fluffy, and easy to make with minimal effort. These rolls have a light, tender crumb and require no kneading, making them perfect for both novice and experienced bakers. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they offer a versatile bread option that pairs wonderfully with meals or can be customized into sweet or savory treats.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tbsp natural sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (105°F to 115°F)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Topping (Optional)
- 2 tbsp melted plant-based butter for brushing
Instructions
- Mix Your Ingredients: Combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add warm water and olive oil, then stir until a sticky, shaggy dough forms. No kneading is needed.
- Let the Dough Rise: Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and place it in a warm spot for 1 to 2 hours, or until the dough doubles in size and becomes bubbly.
- Shape the Rolls: Turn the dough gently onto a floured surface. Divide it into equal portions and shape each into a smooth ball by folding the edges underneath. Arrange the rolls side-by-side in a greased baking dish.
- Second Rise: Cover the shaped rolls and let them rise for 30 minutes to 1 hour until puffed up.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the tops with melted plant-based butter, then bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden and hollow-sounding when tapped.
- Cool and Enjoy: Cool the rolls slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature for optimal softness and flavor.
Notes
- Use water between 105°F and 115°F to activate yeast without killing it.
- Allow plenty of rising time for a fluffy texture; rushing leads to dense rolls.
- Keep the dough sticky to ensure softness, adding flour sparingly when shaping.
- Brush with melted plant-based butter for a tender, golden crust.
- Cover dough adequately during rising to prevent drying out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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