As a chef who’s spent countless hours perfecting doughs, these Amish dinner rolls are a personal favorite. They’re soft, slightly sweet, and rise up light as air with a golden top and fluffy crumb that practically melts in your mouth. Whether you’re cooking for a holiday table or a cozy family meal, this recipe delivers every time.
“You haven’t truly experienced homemade bread until you’ve pulled a warm Amish dinner roll straight from the oven.”
Freshly baked Amish dinner rolls brushed with melted butter
Golden brown Amish dinner rolls cooling in a pan, ready to serve
Why These Amish Dinner Rolls Are Worth Making
Some recipes just have soul. These rolls are one of them. They’re not just quick they’re reliable, warm, and filled with nostalgic flavor. Every time I serve these, the basket empties before the mains even hit the table.
Soft and fluffy texture: Thanks to a double rise and perfect flour ratio.
Quick yeast method: No long fermenting just proof, mix, knead, rise, bake.
Golden buttery top: Brushed with melted butter for that signature shine and flavor.
Simple pantry ingredients: Everything you need is likely already in your kitchen.
Perfect with everything: From savory dinners to sweet breakfasts, these rolls shine in any setting.
No Yeast Dinner Rolls Prep
No Yeast Dinner Rolls
Step by Step Guide to Making Amish Dinner Rolls
This recipe is designed to be failproof even if you’re new to working with yeast. Here’s my exact process to get these rolls pillowy and golden every time.
Ingredients
1 cup warm water (110°F)
2 ¼ teaspoons dry yeast
½ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
3 ½ cups all purpose flour
2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Directions
1: Activate the Yeast
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water (110°F is ideal).
Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy and bubbly this means your yeast is active and ready to rise.
2: Mix the Dough
Add sugar, vegetable oil, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture and stir well to combine.
Gradually add flour one cup at a time, mixing after each addition until a soft dough begins to form.
3: Knead and Rest
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4: Shape the Rolls
Once risen, punch down the dough gently and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
Roll each piece into a ball and arrange in a greased baking dish, leaving a little space between each for spreading.
5: Final Rise and Bake
Cover the shaped rolls and let them rise for another 30 minutes until puffy.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Brush each roll generously with melted butter before baking.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the kitchen smells like home.
6: Serve and Savor
Let cool slightly and serve warm. They’re delicious with butter, jam, or used to mop up sauces and gravies.
“They’re sweet, buttery, and cloud soft. These rolls never even make it to leftovers.” –
Freshly baked Amish dinner rolls brushed with melted butter
Golden brown Amish dinner rolls cooling in a pan, ready to serve
Chef’s Notes and Rolling Tips
There’s something calming about working dough by hand. Still, getting the most out of this recipe depends on a few simple techniques I’ve honed over the years.
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