Description
These No Yeast Dinner Rolls are quick and easy to prepare, offering soft and fluffy rolls without the need for yeast or lengthy rising times. Made with simple pantry staples like flour, baking powder, Greek yogurt, and butter, these golden-brown rolls are perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. They bake in under 30 minutes and are brushed with a flavorful garlic butter mixture for an irresistible finish.
Ingredients
Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups whole milk Greek yogurt
Topping
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- Flaky sea salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the dinner rolls.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until evenly combined.
- Add Yogurt: Stir in the whole milk Greek yogurt gently with a wooden spoon; the mixture will be lumpy and not smooth, which is expected. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture light.
- Form Dough Ball: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gather it into a ball. Lightly knead if needed to pull it into a cohesive ball. If the dough is too sticky, add flour 1-2 tablespoons at a time.
- Shape Rolls: Flatten the dough into a thick round disk, then cut it into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a smooth ball, kneading lightly to remove cracks.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the dough balls evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg in a small bowl and gently brush it over the tops of each roll to help them brown nicely.
- Bake: Bake for 24 to 28 minutes, starting to check at 20 minutes. Use one roll to test by pulling it apart to ensure it is fully cooked inside. The rolls should be golden brown on top and bottom.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: While the rolls bake, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley in a small bowl.
- Finish Rolls: Once baked, allow rolls to cool slightly, then brush generously with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and extra parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
- Be careful not to overwork the dough to keep the rolls tender.
- Use whole milk Greek yogurt for best texture; plain yogurt can alter the consistency.
- Flaky sea salt on top adds a nice crunch and flavor contrast.
- Rolls are best enjoyed warm on the day they are baked.
- If dough feels too sticky, add flour gradually to avoid dry rolls.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
