Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These dinner rolls are the epitome of comfort food—soft, fluffy, and drenched in butter. Whether you use pre-made dough or make them from scratch, the cast-iron skillet ensures perfectly crisp edges and a warm, golden top.
The Inspiration Behind the Recipe
Sometimes, simple recipes are the most delicious. This dish takes inspiration from classic dinner rolls but elevates them with the buttery richness and rustic charm of a cast-iron skillet. Whether you’re short on time or enjoy the therapeutic process of baking, this recipe adapts to your needs.
Cook’s Notes
- Frozen Dough Tip: Let rolls rise in a warm spot, like near a sunny window or on a stovetop (with the oven on).
- Scratch Dough Pro Tip: Don’t rush the rising process; it’s essential for soft, fluffy rolls.
Ingredient Spotlight
Butter: The star of this recipe, butter adds richness and enhances the rolls’ flavor. Use high-quality unsalted butter for the best results.
Cultural Significance
Dinner rolls are a staple in American cuisine, symbolizing comfort and togetherness at family meals and celebrations. Baking them in a cast-iron skillet harkens back to traditional cooking methods, adding a nostalgic touch.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Skipping the Rise: If the dough doesn’t double in size, the rolls will be dense.
- Overbaking: Keep an eye on the rolls to avoid a hard crust.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these rolls warm with extra butter on the side. Pair them with soups, stews, or hearty mains like roasted chicken or pot roast.
Storing and Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5-7 minutes or microwave briefly for 10-15 seconds.
This detailed recipe provides options for any home cook, blending ease, flavor, and versatility into one irresistible dish. Perfect for creating memories at the dinner table!
Buttery Cast-Iron Skillet Dinner Rolls
Equipment
- 1 10″ or 12″ cast-iron skillet
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons (for scratch dough)
- 1 Mixing bowl (for scratch dough)
Ingredients
Pre-Made Dough
- 2 oz Butter Grass fed, salted
- 18 ea Dough Balls Frozen
Dough from Scratch
- 1 lb Bread Flour
- 2.25 tsp Dry Active Yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tbsp Sugar
- 2 tsp Salt Morton Course Kosher Salt
- .25 cup Avocado Oil
- 1 cup Warm milk
- 2 oz Butter Grass fed, salted
- 1 ea Egg, Large
Fat to grease the pan
- 1 tbsp Avocado Oil
Instructions
For Pre-Made Dough
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease the surface of the pan with the smaller amount of avocado oil.
- Arrange frozen roll dough in a greased cast-iron skillet, leaving a little space between each piece.
- Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let the rolls thaw and rise until doubled in size (1-2 hours).
- Brush the rolls generously with melted butter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and brush with more melted butter before serving warm.
For Scratch Dough
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Grease the surface of the pan with the smaller amount of avocado oil.
- Add melted butter and the egg, stirring to combine.
- Gradually mix in flour and salt, kneading until a soft, elastic dough forms (about 8 minutes by hand or 4 minutes with a mixer).
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1-1 ½ hours until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide into 12 equal pieces. Shape into balls and arrange in a greased cast-iron skillet.
- Cover and let rise again for 30-40 minutes.
- Brush the rolls with melted butter and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Brush with more butter before serving.
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