This Easy No Knead Yeast Rolls recipe is one that anyone can make with success. These made-from-scratch Southern style yeast rolls smell simply heavenly while baking and the taste is only elevated when served warm slathered with butter straight from the oven.
Easy No Knead Yeast Rolls Recipe
What could be better than homemade bread? The no knead bread craze reached a frenzy a few years ago. I never really bought into the idea because by kneading the dough you're actually developing the gluten in the flour which is a very important step in basic bread making. But, as I looked more closely at some of the bread recipes out there from Martha Stewart and beyond, my curiosity was peaked, and I wondered if it would really work. So, these no knead yeast rolls are my own version after reading through a multitude of recipes available on this subject.
Easy No Knead Yeast Rolls Recipe Really Works
After working on this recipe, I discovered that it truly is easy and requires no special equipment at all. After developing these rolls and making them for my boys I can say, I'm a "no knead bread" believer now, and these are family tested and approved perfect for any special occasion. They can also be prepared in advance and baked just before serving for a time saver. No stress bread gets a five star rating from me.
How to Make the Best Homemade No Knead Yeast Rolls
This recipe for Southern yeast rolls is a cinch to make. No, really. You'll love these fluffy rolls for holiday gatherings, brunches or any time homemade bread is on the menu. If you're looking for a deliciously savory main course to go with these rolls, try my this Oven Braised Beef Stew or Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast.
- Ingredients you'll need to make this recipe for homemade Southern style yeast rolls: Rapid rise yeast, sugar, water, milk, salt, one large egg, all purpose flour and butter.
- Temperature matters when working with yeast. If you use hot water or milk, it will kill the yeast and the bread won't rise. So, use a thermometer if you're unsure and make sure the water is lukewarm or around 110°F. Not boiling. If after following the procedure the yeast doesn't foam, throw it out and start over.
- What is rapid rise yeast? Rapid rise yeast is a variation of instant yeast. It has smaller granules that dissolve easily in liquid and rise quickly in the dough.
- A large non-stick silicone spatula incorporates the flour into the wet ingredients more easily.
- Using an ice cream scoop helps maintain conformity in size and facilitates even baking.
- Can I prepare these rolls in advance and chill them overnight in the refrigerator? Yes, you sure can! These rolls can be prepared the night before, then after forming into rolls, place them into the pan and cover loosely with plastic wrap. The dough will continue to rise overnight.
- When making ahead, allow the rolls to rest and rise on the counter for 1 hour prior to baking.
- Can this yeast rolls recipe be doubled? Yes, you can double the amounts. A double batch may require a fair amount of extra kneading to fully incorporate all of the ingredients. Otherwise, make two single batches when you need more rolls.
- Store leftover yeast rolls tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 2 days. Gently reheat in the microwave.
More Southern Style Yeast Rolls and Bread Recipes to Make
- For brunch, breakfast or tea time, you'll love my recipe for sweet Orange Cinnamon Rolls.
- Honey Yeast Rolls can be made in advance then placed into the refrigerator overnight prior to baking.
- Easy Garlic Parmesan Pull Apart Bread is spectacular dipped in warm marinara for serving.
- Bake a loaf of Potato Bread for sandwiches.
- A sweet option Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is a tasty option.
- Another bread loving recipe to try this recipe for Buttery Crescent Rolls from Taste of Home.
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Easy No Knead Yeast Rolls
Servings: 24 Small 12 Large Rolls
Calories: 129kcal
Ingredients
- 2 (¼ oz each) packets rapid rise yeast [i.e. Fleischmann's or similar] (Two ¼ oz packets)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar plus 1 tsp
- 1 ⅓ cup milk (may use water)
- 4 cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 8 tablespoon butter divided
Instructions
- In a large measuring cup, dissolve both packets of yeast and 1 teaspoon of sugar in 1 ⅓ cup of lukewarm water. (110°F) If you use hot water or milk, it will kill the yeast and the bread won't rise. So, make sure the water is lukewarm not boiling.
- Let the yeast mixture stand on the counter for 5-7 minutes to allow the yeast to "bloom." You'll see bubbles and froth begin to gather on the top.
- Meanwhile, in a medium size mixing bowl, use a whisk to sift together flour, salt and sugar. Add the egg.
- After the yeast has developed, gradually add to the dry ingredients in the bowl, along with 5 tablespoons of melted butter.
- Begin to blend the ingredients together, using a large spoon incorporating more liquid as you go. (A silicone spatula makes this task a lot easier.)
- After incorporating all of the flour place turn the dough then place into a buttered bowl, and cover with a damp cloth.
- Allow the dough to sit in a warm, draft free place, covered for 1 hour or until doubled.
- Uncover and punch down the dough. Use a medium size ice cream scoop, lightly sprayed with cooking spray, to separate the dough into even portions. You can also pinch off pieces of dough with your hands.
- Roll into a ball in your hands, gently stretching and folding under. Arrange side by side, in a buttered non-stick metal baking pan. (i.e.10-inch springform pan or similar.)
- Melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and using a pastry brush, lightly brush the tops. Reserve some of the melted butter to brush on the tops after the rolls come out of the oven, too.
- Cover with a damp cloth and allow the rolls to rise again until doubled, about one hour.
- Uncover rolls and place into a preheated 400°F. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until puffed and golden.
- Serve immediately with butter.
Notes
To make the Yeast Rolls in advance:
After forming the dough into rolls, cover loosely with plastic wrap sprayed with cooking spray and refrigerate overnight. Allow 45 minutes to 1 hour on the counter then uncover and brush with melted butter just before baking. Bake in a preheated 400°F for for 20-22 minutes until golden. The rolls will continue to slowly rise even in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 139mg | Potassium: 45mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
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Kathie
Can you use a glass dish?
Melissa
You could although it may change the baking time. Just keep an eye on them.
sherry B
My came out Excellent the 3rd time, I added the flour little at a time
Excellent Recipe thanks for sharing, I Refrigerated mine overnite
they were Delicious!
Julie Wanek
Can you use bread flour and active dry yeast so that I won’t have to let it ferment?
Melissa
You can use bread flour and active dry yeast. You will still have to let the yeast bloom, and the dough will take longer to rise than it does when using rapid rise yeast.
Judy smith
Only have regular yeast. Can i use this instead of rapid rise?
Melissa
You can but, will need to allow it a longer time to rise.
Samra
I made the full order the first time I made them, they were so good
all my rolls were gone the first day. Thank you for an easy recipe because
I don’t have a machine and this was very easy to make.
I then made 1/2 of the recipe and once again they were the best roll
I’ve tasted..Thank you for having easy recipes that anyone can follow..
The best dinner rolls anyone can make at home
Melissa
Thanks so much, I really appreciate your sweet comment.
Judy
Very confused about how much yeast in this recipe. PLEASE be exact. I am about to make this and don’t want to waste yeast and/or flour if there is confusion. How much yeast exactly in teaspoons.
Melissa
There is no confusion. The recipe clearly states two 1/4 oz packets of yeast.
Ginny
Actually I was a bit confused about the amount of yeast. I only buy yeast in bulk. I'm used to seeing 2 1/4 teaspoon not 2 1/4 ounce. Thankfully you cleared that up a 7 comments down
Melissa
That's two 1/4 ounce packets of yeast. It's quite common to find it in packets in that amount on the baking aisle.
Samra
2 packs of yeast is what’s in this recipe
Sherry Koch
conversion:2 1/4 =1/2. so 1tbsp
Kylie
Any tips for rolling the dough into balls? It's so sticky, even after spraying the ice cream scooper with spray. Thank you!
Melissa
Hmm, it shouldn't be too sticky to scoop. You may need to spray your hands and roll them that way.
Suzanne
Mine were also super sticky .. what did I do wrong . I couldn’t roll them into balls the dough was so wet and sticky
Melissa
Maybe the flour amount was off? OR the liquid? Should that happen again, add small amounts of flour mixing just until it's easy to handle.
Babs
These look delicious and easy but I am allergic to eggs. Do you think an egg substitute would work?
Melissa
I haven't tested this recipe with an egg substitute. If you've had success with bread recipes in the past using an alternative, it should work for this recipe as well.