“Dear friends, if we deliberately continue sinning after we have received knowledge of the truth, there is no longer any sacrifice that will cover these sins. There is only the terrible expectation of God’s judgement and the raging fire that will consume his enemies.”
-Hebrews 10:26-27 NLT
Homemade dinner rolls fresh from the oven and not only one of the best additions to your dinner, it’s easier than you think to make. The smell alone is enough to pull out the yeast and flour, and these Sun-Dried Tomato Parmesan Dinner Rolls take traditional dinner rolls to a new level. They’re soft, buttery, and filled with savory flavors that might just be the new dinner table staple.
The combination of rich parmesan cheese and tangy sun-dried tomatoes creates a delicious balance of flavors that turns a simple side dish into something better. These rolls bake up incredibly soft and fluffy thanks to a rich dough made with milk, butter, and egg. As they rise and bake together in the pan, they develop that classic pull-apart quality that makes homemade dinner rolls so irresistible. Each bite is pillowy with little pockets of parmesan and sun-dried tomato throughout.
While these are fun to eat, they can also be very fun to bake. I did not use a stand mixer to create these dinner rolls, so if you’re like me, you will have to do a little extra arm kneading. Take your time and use your patience when it comes to forming the dinner rolls. I portion the dough into 12 sections, that does not have to be perfectly weighed but can be, and take the corners and tuck them into the middle. I then shape them by lightly cupping my hand and using the palm of my hand to rolls them into a smooth ball on a table.
After baking, the rolls are brushed with a simple garlic parmesan butter while they’re still warm. This final touch adds even more flavor while helping keep the tops soft and tender.
These rolls pair especially well with pasta dishes, hearty soups, salads, and roasted meats. If you’re serving lasagna, baked ziti, chicken parmesan, or a cozy bowl of soup, these rolls fit right in!
While homemade bread can sometimes feel intimidating, this recipe is surprisingly approachable. Most of the time involved is simply letting the dough rise, making this a great recipe for beginner bakers looking to build confidence with yeast breads.
Whether you’re serving them at a family dinner, bringing them to a gathering, or simply treating yourself to fresh homemade bread, these Sun-Dried Tomato Parmesan Dinner Rolls are guaranteed to disappear quickly. Soft, buttery, cheesy, and full of flavor, they’re the kind of recipe you’ll find yourself making again and again.
Sun-Dried Tomatoes Parmesan Dinner Rolls
Ingredients
Method
- In a large bowl, whisk together the warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add the egg and melted butter.
- Gradually mix in flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
- Before all the flour is all incorporated, add in the chopped dried tomatoes and grated parmesan cheese.
- Knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough should be soft but not overly sticky.
- Place dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1½ hours or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide into 12 equal pieces.
- Tuck the corners into the middle to start to form a ball. With the smooth side facing up, form roll into tighter ball by cupping the palm of your hand and gently rolling and pressing into the table.
- Place rolls seam-side down in a greased 9×13 baking dish.
- Cover loosely and let rise in a warm place for another 30 minutes until puffy.
- Preheat oven to 350℉.
- Bake rolls for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Mix together melted butter, garlic, and parsley.
- Brush over warm rolls immediately after baking and sprinkle with grated parmesan if desired.
