Air Fryer Dinner Rolls
Air Fryer Dinner Rolls are made with active dry yeast, warm milk, flour, and butter; bake at 325°F for 25 minutes until soft, golden, and brushed with melted butter.
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Method
- 1
Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm milk and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy, then mix in the egg and softened butter.
- 2
Stir in flour and salt until a soft dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 3
Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm spot for 45 minutes until doubled in size.
- 4
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces, shape each into a smooth ball, and place them in a parchment-lined air fryer basket with space between each roll.
- 5
Cook at 325°F for 12-14 minutes in batches until golden brown on top, brushing with melted butter and flaky salt immediately after removing.
Pro tip. Keep the temperature lower than you might expect — air fryers circulate heat aggressively and higher temps will brown the outside before the interior is fully baked.
Why the air fryer wins here
- Ready in 25 minutes. The same dish takes about 40 in a conventional oven, plus preheating.
- Fast-moving hot air browns the outside before the inside dries out, so you get color without babysitting.
- Cleanup is a basket, not a sheet pan and a splattered stovetop.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate perishable leftovers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Reheat leftovers to 165°F (74°C) throughout, measured with a food thermometer. USDA leftover safety guidance.
Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes rather than the microwave so the outside crisps back up. See the reheat guide for exact times by food.
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