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Perfect for  any occasion, these Overnight Refrigerator Rolls can be made ahead and chilled in the fridge until the day of serving. They’re soft, fluffy, absolutely irresistible, and are perfect for anything from holidays to Sunday dinners.

Overnight Refrigerator Rolls

 

 

Overnight Rolls for the win

If you know me, you know Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. It’s a time for family, making memories, and delicious food. SO much food.  But all of that cooking on one day can be overwhelming, especially when family and friends are coming to visit.
 
 
I don’t like spending all of my time in the kitchen, so I plan and try to make recipes ahead for our Thanksgiving meal. These Overnight Refrigerator Rolls  save the day! They’re easy to make ahead and bake on the day of serving. Sometimes, make-ahead means a compromise in flavor or quality, but not so with this roll. It is one of the best roll recipes, ever!
 
 
 
Easy Overnight Refrigerator Rolls
Best Overnight Refrigerator Rolls

 

Overnight Refrigerator Rolls are a Holiday Essential

Rolls are essential to any holiday meal. That warm, fluffy texture and buttery flavor go perfectly with anything, from jams and jellies to turkey and gravy. Overnight Refrigerator Rolls are my  go-to for weekend and holiday gatherings.
 
One less thing to prepare, and they are melt in your mouth delicious! I know you’ll love this recipe too. And trust me, your family and friends won’t be able to get enough of these.
 
 
Overnight Refrigerator Rolls

 

Homemade is ALWAYS Better.

If you’ve ever made homemade rolls, this recipe for Overnight Refrigerator Rolls is calling your name. They’re perfect for topping with butter or stuffing with gravy and turkey, not to mention a wonderful after Thanksgiving snack. My favorite is this Day after Thanksgiving Sandwich!
 
And don’t worry, if you’re big on making everything the day of, here are some great roll recipes that I make during the holiday season as well:
Lion House Rolls, Maddox Ranch Rolls, and My Mother-in-Law’s Rolls. Because everything tastes better homemade. And everything tastes better when you’re surrounded by loved ones.
 

Overnight Rolls

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Author: Si Foster
Course: Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Rising Time: 2 hours
Servings: 16
Overnight Rolls can be made ahead and chilled in the fridge until the day of serving. Soft, fluffy, absolutely irresistible rolls that melt in your mouth!

Ingredients 

  • 4 1/2 teaspoons dry yeast, Instant or rapid rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup warm tap water*
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 4 1/2 cups flour*, plus more for rolling out
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 tablespoons butter, for rolling out

Instructions

  • Sprinkle yeast and sugar over 1/4 cup of warm water. Let stand for 10 minutes or until foamy. 
  • Beat eggs and melted butter into 1 cup of warm water in a large bowl, or the bowl of a stand mixer.  The butter may separate a bit, this is not a problem. Add yeast mixture to egg the mixture. 
  • Add 4 cups flour, 1/4 cup sugar and 2 teaspoons salt to the liquid mixture in large bowl.  Mix with the paddle attachment or a large wood spoon or spatula. Add 1/4 cup  remaining flour to make soft dough if needed*. Cover with plastic wrap tightly and refrigerate overnight.
  • Three hours before baking, remove dough from fridge, and split dough in half.  Roll each half into a 12 inch circle, one at a time. 
  • Spread  melted butter over rolled out dough, and cut each circle into 8 even pieces per circle. Starting with large end, roll up and set on a lightly greased jelly roll pan or 2- 9×13 pans. Repeat with remaining half of dough. 
  • Cover with light cloth and let rise for 2 hours in a warm place*. 
  • Bake at 375 in oven for 12 to 15 minutes.

Notes

  • The water for softening yeast and the water added to the eggs should be warm, but not hot. The water should be about the same temperature as you would use to bathe a baby!
  • I use all purpose flour for this recipe. Th flour should be at room temperature. If you store your flour in the fridge or another cool place, let it come to room temperature before using in this recipe. 
  • The amount of flour added will depend largely upon the climate (dry or humid) the size of the eggs, the temperature overall of the wet ingredients when added to the dry ingredients in bowl. Start with 4 cups and add more if needed. The dough should be slightly stick, but not wet.
  • A “warm place” is an area in the kitchen free of drafts. The kitchen temperature should be at least 70-72 degrees. Do not set the rolls directly on a counter top made of stone, always use a cloth underneath so the pan will not get chilled from the stone surface. 
  • This recipe may also be made with out refrigerating overnight. Simple make dough, let rise in bowl for 1 hour in warm place, covered. Then roll out, let rise for about 45 minutes to 1 hour,  and bake as directed. 

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