26 Homemade Dinner Rolls and Buns to Bake Deck out your bread basket with these airy, fluffy dinner roll recipes, plus homemade buns. By Molly McArdle Molly McArdle Molly McArdle is Food & Wine's Updates Editor. She has written and edited stories about food, wine, culture, place, and technology for more than 15 years. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, GQ, Esquire, Oxford American, The Believer, Bookforum, and many more. Food & Wine's Editorial Guidelines Updated on November 20, 2025 Add Us On SAVE ALL RECIPES NEW! Save as a collection on MyRecipes Close Credit: Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Audrey Davis The only thing better than the aroma of yeasty rising dough or freshly baked bread is getting to eat that bread, so why not include some in your next dinner plan? We've gathered our best dinner roll, bun, and bread recipes, from favorites like Parker House rolls to cheesy pull-apart bread and buttery brioche buns. (And if you're looking for something even faster, you can reach for a can of our favorite crescent rolls.) Whatever's on the menu, these breads will make the meal even warmer. Keep all of your recipes at your fingertips. With the MyRecipes app you can easily save and organize your favorites from anywhere, including Instagram and TikTok, in one convenient place. Get the free app. 01 of 26 Scallion Milk Bread Rolls Greg DuPree / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Thom Driver A starter enriched by tangzhong (a quick cooked paste of milk and flour) gives these scallion-swirled milk bread rolls their signature feathery softness and impressive rise. A buttery scallion filling runs through every spiral, adding gentle allium aroma beneath a glossy, golden crust. Get the Recipe Save 02 of 26 Cloverleaf Rolls Food & Wine / Photo by Fred Hardy Jr. / Prop Styling by Josh Hoggle / Food Styling by Julian Hensarling These classic cloverleafs from legendary chef Edna Lewis and her coauthor Scott Peacock use a potato starter for a springy, tender crumb. Butter and a touch of lard enrich the dough, making for a burnished, all-over golden crust. Get the Recipe Save 03 of 26 Fresh Corn Muffins Food & Wine / Photo by Jen Causey / Food Styling by Torie Cox / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen Cornmeal plus plenty of fresh corn give these muffins from baker and cookbook author Zoe Nathan a delicate, moist crumb with pops of sweetness. The batter mixes quickly and bakes up tender — ideal with butter and honey or alongside any hearty main. Get the Recipe Save 04 of 26 Caribbean Johnny Cakes Jennifer Causey / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen These pan-fried “johnny cakes” — also known as bakes— yield a crisp exterior and soft, fluffy interior. Lightly sweet, serve them warm with butter alongside your main course. Get the Recipe Save 05 of 26 Buttery Pull-Apart Garlic Knots James Ransom / Food Styling by Julian Hensarling / Prop Styling by Julia Bayless These pull-apart knots deliver pizzeria nostalgia with a plush crumb and generous garlic-butter glaze. Make these the night before and proof and bake the next day so they're hot and fresh for the main meal. Get the Recipe Save 06 of 26 Hot Cross Buns Jen Causey A spiced, fruit-studded enriched dough bakes into soft buns marked with the signature cross. Orange zest and warm spices lift the crumb; a light glaze adds sheen. Commonly made for Easter, they are a sweet and welcome addition to any dinner table. Get the Recipe Save 07 of 26 Fried Herb Yeast Rolls Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Audrey Davis These classic pull-apart dinner rolls come with a tender, feathery crumb and buttery finish. Top with flecks of fried herbs and toasted garlic for maximum flavor. Get the Recipe Save 08 of 26 Buttery Buttermilk Biscuits Morgan Hunt Glaze / Food Styling by Ruth Blackburn / Prop Styling by Christina Daley Buttermilk and cold butter create lofty layers and a delicate, tender interior with crisp tops. The result is a biscuit that will soak up all the sauce, gravy, or jam on your dinner plate. Get the Recipe Save 09 of 26 Potato–and–Celery Root Biscuits Jennifer Causey / Food Styling by Torie Cox Mashed potato and celery root bring moisture and subtle earthiness to these biscuits. The dough bakes up tender with a faintly sweet, savory depth. Get the Recipe Save 10 of 26 Sweetened Condensed Milk Rolls Eva Kolenko / Food Styling by Carrie Purcell / Prop Styling by Jillian Knox A pantry staple — sweetened condensed milk — amps up this recipe for enriched rolls that are a cross between Chinese milk bread and Portuguese and Hawaiian sweet bread. They work great as dinner rolls or as party-time sliders. Get the Recipe Save 11 of 26 Mustard, Kale, and Cheddar Pull-Apart Bread Jennifer Causey / Food Styling by Ali Ramee This savory pull-apart loaf layers sharp Cheddar cheese, leafy kale, and tangy mustard between buttery dough, a flavor-packed take on classic garlic knots. Get the Recipe Save 12 of 26 Kete Bread Rolls Eva Kolenko / Food Styling by Carrie Purcell / Prop Styling by Jillian Knox Adapted from Musa Dagdeviren's The Turkish Cookbook, these spiraled rolls are brushed with melted butter and filled with walnuts and thyme. Get the Recipe Save 13 of 26 Sweet Potato Yeast Rolls Victor Protasio In this recipe from James Beard Award-winning writer and chef Lisa Donovan, sweet potato enriches the dough for moisture and color while a final butter gloss adds wow-worthy shine. A final sprinkle of ajowan seeds on top bring an herbal note reminiscent of thyme and cumin. Get the Recipe Save 14 of 26 Garlic Bread Jordan Provost / Food Styling by Thu Buser A store-bought loaf is loaded with assertive garlic-butter, which is easy to make ahead. It's ready for the table in under 30 minutes. Get the Recipe Save 15 of 26 Focaccia Jennifer Causey / Food Styling by Emily Nabors Hall / Prop Styling by Christina Daley Consider focaccia for your dinner table. It's not a roll or bun, but it slices up beautifully and soaks up all of a meal's delicious drippings just as well. Olive-oil-rich dough bakes into airy, open crumb, while flaky salt and more oil finish the loaf. Get the Recipe Save 16 of 26 English Muffins Jennifer Causey / Food Styling by Emily Nabors Hall / Prop Styling by Christina Daley More familiar at breakfast than dinner, these homemade English muffins are delicious any time of day. They develop their signature nooks and crannies from a sticky, well-fermented dough. Cook them on a griddle for fast, delicious alternative to more common dinner rolls. Get the Recipe Save 17 of 26 Cemita Buns Food & Wine / Photo by Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Christina Daley Sturdy yet tender buns tailored for Puebla-style cemitas are made with enriched dough and a sprinkle of sesame. Get the Recipe Save 18 of 26 Parmesan-Herb Cloverleaf Rolls William Meppem Grated Parmesan cheese and herbs perfume these buttery, three-ball cloverleaf rolls. It yields a delicate, pull-apart texture with a cheesy crust. The rolls need to be refrigerated overnight: Plan accordingly. Get the Recipe Save 19 of 26 Parker House Rolls Christina Holmes / Food Styling by Kay Chun These iconic rolls are faithful rendered with this recipe from chef Alex Guarnaschelli. "They are deep Americana," she says. This recipe makes a big batch, but the unbaked rolls freeze well. Get the Recipe Save 20 of 26 Gluten-Free Parker House Rolls Kamran Siddiqi Cookbook author Silvana Nardone shares this gluten-free recipe for Parker House rolls, which captures their signature softness and glossy finish. Brush generously with butter to finish. Get the Recipe Save 21 of 26 Garlic Bread Rolls Food & Wine / Photo by Abby Hocking Star chef Daniel Humm shares these garlic-y, buttery pull-apart rolls that are topped with a savory cheesy crumble that bakes until golden. Get the Recipe Save 22 of 26 Buttery Brioche Hamburger Buns Jen Causey Rich with eggs and butter, these brioche buns are ideal for juicy burgers but a welcome addition to any dinner table. A glossy egg wash give them beautiful bakery polish. Get the Recipe Save 23 of 26 Ube Buns Greg DuPree / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Kay E. Clarke Steamed, vividly purple buns from chefs Paolo Dungca and Tom Cunanan of Washington, D.C.’s PogiBoy are bouncy, subtly sweet, and a gorgeous color (thanks to purple sweet potato powder and ube extract). Keep the steamer closed to avoid wrinkles. Get the Recipe Save 24 of 26 Pull-Apart Cheesy Onion Biscuit Bread Frances Janisch This monkey bread–style loaf is layered with a savory onion-Gruyère mixture and, once baked, tears into savory, gooey bites. Get the Recipe Save 25 of 26 Buttery Brioche Hot Dog Buns Jen Causey These tender oblong buns are designed for hot dogs (or lobster rolls), but are a delicious addition to any meal. Soft yet sturdy buns are remarkably simple to max. Top with poppy seeds for extra pop. Get the Recipe Save 26 of 26 Potato Rolls Greg DuPree / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer Potato flour keeps these rolls exceptionally soft, making them an ideal vehicle for hamburgers or even a crab cake sandwich. Lightly sweet, these buns stay moist even after toasting. Get the Recipe Save Explore more: Food Recipes Bread Rolls & Buns Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit