Super Easy 2 Hour Homemade Rolls

Soft, fluffy, and ready in just two hours, these Super Easy 2 Hour Homemade Rolls are the perfect addition to any meal! Whether you're a beginner baker or short on time, this recipe combines simple ingredients—like warm water, active dry yeast, and all-purpose flour—with straightforward techniques to create bakery-quality rolls right in your own kitchen. The dough comes together effortlessly and rises to perfection, giving you light, airy rolls with a golden, buttery finish. Ideal for holidays, weeknight dinners, or last-minute gatherings, these rolls are as versatile as they are irresistible. Serve them warm and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 cup Milk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Butter (for brushing rolls)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine warm water, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, heat the milk and unsalted butter over low heat until the butter is just melted. Remove from heat and let it cool to lukewarm temperature.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture, cooled milk mixture, salt, and 2 cups of flour. Stir well until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the remaining 2 cups of flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for about 5-6 minutes.

Step 6

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, turning once to coat. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 7

Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a clean surface. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.

Step 8

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and arrange the dough balls evenly in the dish. Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes or until puffy.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

Step 10

Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately brush the tops with the reserved melted butter for a glossy finish.

Step 11

Let the rolls cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(724g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1874.1

Total Fat 9.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 22.0mg	0%
Sodium 102.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 378.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 12.9g
Protein 57.7g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 370.3mg	0%
Iron 22.3mg	0%
Potassium 895.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 4.9%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 82.5%