There’s nothing quite like the warm, comforting aroma of homemade garlic butter bread rolls baking in the oven. Whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner or just craving a cozy side dish for a weeknight meal, these easy garlic butter rolls are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Fluffy on the inside with a golden, buttery crust, they pair perfectly with soups, stews, pastas—or enjoyed all on their own!
💛 Why You’ll Love These Garlic Butter Rolls
These easy homemade garlic butter dinner rolls are:
- Fluffy, soft, and golden
- Brushed with a DIY garlic butter for bread that’s rich and flavorful
- Great for Thanksgiving cooking, potlucks, or everyday comfort meals
- Freezer-friendly and reheatable
- Adaptable—add cheese, herbs, or make them vegan!
If you’re looking for bread recipes homemade that anyone can master, this one’s for you.
🍞 Ingredients You’ll Need
- All-purpose flour
- Instant yeast
- Warm milk
- Sugar
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Eggs
- Garlic cloves (freshly minced)
- Parsley (optional, for garnish)
And for that irresistible homemade garlic butter for garlic bread taste? You’ll melt butter with garlic and a touch of salt to brush over the rolls—before and after baking.
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until foamy (about 5–10 minutes).
- Make the Dough: Add flour, eggs, salt, and softened butter. Knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Let It Rise: Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Shape the Rolls: Divide into equal portions and roll into smooth balls.
- Second Rise: Place in a buttered baking dish. Cover and let rise again (30 minutes).
- Brush with Garlic Butter: Just before baking, brush with your easy garlic butter mixture.
- Bake: At 375°F (190°C) for 18–22 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Brush Again: As soon as they come out of the oven, brush with more garlic butter for an ultra-rich flavor.
🧄 Garlic Butter Tips & Variations
- Dairy-Free? Use plant-based butter and almond milk.
- Add herbs or cheese into the dough for extra flavor.
- For crispier tops, bake uncovered for the last 5 minutes.
Want to make this even easier? Turn these into easy garlic butter breadsticks by rolling dough into logs instead of balls!
🍽 How to Serve Garlic Bread Rolls
These rolls are a must for:
- Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners
- Pasta nights or lasagna
- Dipping in soups or stews
- Brunches with chia pudding and fresh fruit
They also pair perfectly with any slow cooker dish or roast—comfort food at its finest.
❄️ Storing & Freezing
- Store in an airtight container at room temp for 2–3 days.
- Freeze unbaked rolls after shaping (before second rise) or freeze baked ones and reheat when ready to enjoy.
🥖 Final Thoughts from Sarah
If you’re searching for bread recipes homemade that deliver on both flavor and ease, these garlic butter rolls are it. With just a few pantry staples and some hands-on love, you’ll have a batch of warm, golden rolls ready to impress your guests—or just yourself.
Don’t be surprised if these become your go-to for Thanksgiving cooking or last-minute dinner roll cravings!
Garlic Butter Bread Rolls – Soft, Buttery, and Irresistible
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 packet instant yeast
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp garlic butter for brushing
Instructions
- 1. Mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
- 2. Add warm milk and melted butter, knead into a dough.
- 3. Let dough rise for 1 hour.
- 4. Divide and roll into small balls.
- 5. Place in a greased baking dish and let rise again for 30 minutes.
- 6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.
- 7. Brush with garlic butter and serve.
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