Description
These Cake Mix Dinner Rolls are a delightful twist on traditional yeast rolls, incorporating yellow cake mix for a soft, fluffy texture and a subtle sweet flavor. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, these rolls are easy to make and deliver a tender crumb with a golden brown crust when brushed with melted butter right out of the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2½ cups warm water (about 110°F)
- 4½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
Topping
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a large bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm water and let it stand for 5–10 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Mix Dough: Stir the yellow cake mix and salt into the yeast mixture, then gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing continuously until a soft dough forms.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface and knead for 5–7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic, which helps develop gluten for structure.
- First Rise: Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until the dough doubles in size.
- Shape Rolls: After the first rise, punch down the dough to release the air, divide it evenly into 24 portions, and shape each into a roll.
- Second Rise: Arrange the rolls into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish or two smaller pans. Cover and allow the rolls to rise again for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
- Preheat Oven: While the rolls undergo the second rise, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake Rolls: Bake the risen rolls for 18–22 minutes or until they turn golden brown on top, ensuring they are cooked through.
- Finish with Butter: Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter to give a rich flavor and shiny finish.
Notes
- The cake mix adds a slight sweetness and tender texture to the rolls.
- You can substitute with white or butter golden cake mix if preferred.
- For a savory touch, sprinkle sea salt on top before baking.
- Use warm water (around 110°F) to properly activate the yeast.
- Ensure the dough rises in a warm, draft-free environment for the best results.
