Easy Vegan Dinner Rolls

These soft and fluffy vegan dinner rolls are perfect for any occasion, from holiday feasts to weeknight dinners. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they’re sure to become a staple at your table!

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 1 1/2 cups plant milk (oat, soy, etc.)

• 1/2 cup water

• 4 1/2 tsp active dry yeast (2 packets)

• 2 tbsp sugar

• 5 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 cup vegan butter, melted

For Vegan Egg Wash:

• 2 tbsp plant milk 

• 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave nectar

• 1 oil/melted vegan butter

Directions:

1. Warm the plant milk in the microwave until lukewarm (like bathwater). Add the dry yeast and sugar, stir, and let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

2. In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, combine the flour, salt, and melted butter.

3. Slowly pour the frothy plant milk mixture into the dry ingredients, 1/3 at a time, mixing as you go. Knead the dough for 3-5 minutes with a stand mixer or 5-7 minutes by hand, until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.

4. Place the dough in a large greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

5. Once the dough has doubled, lightly flour your work surface. Divide the dough into 18 equal portions (about the size of a golf ball). To shape each bun, cup the dough piece with your hand, roll it gently against the surface in a circular motion, and tuck the edges underneath to form a smooth ball. Place each bun seam-side down in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, ensuring they are touching each other to create the classic dinner roll look.

6. Cover the baking dish with a towel and let the buns rise for another 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 375°F.

7. In a small bowl, whisk together the vegan egg wash. After the second rise, lightly brush the tops of the rolls with the wash using a pastry brush or the back of a spoon.

8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown.

9. Let the rolls cool in the pan for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy the warm, fluffy goodness and the delightful aroma filling your kitchen!