No-Knead Dinner Rolls Recipe: Soft, Quick, No-Fuss Rolls

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Easy No Knead Dinner Rolls: Soft and Fluffy

This simple no-knead dinner roll recipe makes soft, fluffy rolls with minimal effort. No special equipment or hard-to-find ingredients are required—just basic pantry staples and a little patience while the dough rises.

Make the rolls in five easy steps:

• Prepare the dough
• First proofing
• Divide and shape the dough
• Second rising
• Bake

Follow the instructions below to make six tender dinner rolls.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED:

Makes 6 rolls

• 2 cups (approximately 300 g) All-purpose flour (I used organic unbleached flour)
• 2 Tbsp (30 g) sugar (I used organic unrefined sugar)
• 1 tsp (5 g) salt
• 140 ml milk, slightly warm
• 1/2 tsp active dry yeast
• 50 g butter, softened
• 1 egg, at room temperature

METHOD:

Step 1 — Prepare the dough

Activate the yeast: combine 2 tbsp (30 g) sugar and 1/2 tsp active dry yeast in 140 ml of warm milk. Stir to dissolve and leave for 5–6 minutes until foamy.

In a large mixing bowl, add the dissolved yeast, then add the flour, salt, softened butter and the egg. Stir until the ingredients come together into a soft, slightly sticky dough that pulls away from the sides of the bowl. The dough will be elastic even without kneading.

Step 2 — First proofing

Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel, and let it rise at room temperature for 2–3 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 3 — Shape the dough

Turn the risen dough onto a lightly floured surface, gently deflate it, and divide into six equal pieces. Shape each piece into a smooth roll and place them in a greased pan, leaving a little space between each roll for expansion.

Step 4 — Second proofing

Cover the pan and let the rolls rise again at room temperature for about 40–45 minutes, until puffy.

Step 5 — Bake

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 20–22 minutes, or until they turn lightly golden brown on top.

Remove the pan from the oven and brush the hot rolls with melted butter for a glossy, rich finish. Serve warm.

Enjoy these easy, no-knead dinner rolls—soft, tender, and perfect alongside soups, salads, or a roast.