Soft, fluffy, golden dinner rolls made right in the air fryer! These buttery rolls are quick, easy, and perfect for holidays, soups, or everyday dinners.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 8 rolls)
🔹 Dough
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup warm milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 egg
🔹 Topping
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing)
🍳 Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Small cake pan or air fryer-safe pan
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Activate Yeast
- Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast
- Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy
🔸 Step 2: Make Dough
- Add egg, melted butter, salt, and flour
- Mix until dough forms
🔸 Step 3: Knead
- Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic
🔸 Step 4: First Rise
- Place dough in greased bowl
- Cover and let rise 1 hour or until doubled
🔸 Step 5: Shape Rolls
- Divide into 8 equal balls
- Place in greased air fryer-safe pan
🔸 Step 6: Second Rise
- Cover lightly and let rise 20–30 minutes
🔸 Step 7: Air Fry
- Preheat air fryer to 160°C (320°F)
- Cook for 10–13 minutes
✔ Tops should be golden brown
👉 If browning too quickly, loosely cover with foil
🔸 Step 8: Butter Finish
- Brush warm rolls with melted butter
🔸 Step 9: Serve
- Serve warm and fluffy
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Holiday dinners 🍗
- Soup and stew sides 🥣
- Mini sandwiches 🥪
- Breakfast with jam 🍓
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Don’t overcrowd pan—rolls expand
✔ Warm milk should not be hot
✔ Brush with butter immediately after cooking
✔ Check bottoms for doneness
🔄 Variations
🧄 Garlic Butter Rolls
Add garlic powder to butter
🧀 Cheesy Rolls
Add cheddar inside dough
🌿 Herb Rolls
Mix herbs into dough
🍯 Honey Butter
Brush with honey butter after cooking
❓ FAQs
Can I use active dry yeast?
Yes—just proof it first.
Can I make ahead?
Yes—refrigerate shaped dough overnight.
Why are my rolls dense?
Dough may need more kneading or rising time.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Roll)
- Calories: ~140–180
- Carbs: ~24g
- Protein: ~4g
- Fat: ~4g
⚖️ WW Points (Estimated)
🔹 Classic Version
👉 4–6 WW Points per roll
🔻 Lighter Version
(Less butter/sugar)
👉 3–4 WW Points