3-Ingredient Dinner Rolls (6g Protein)

These 3-Ingredient Dinner Rolls are super simple small bread loaves with a soft and fluffy dough and a thin crust. They are easy to make sweet or savory with no egg, no dairy, and no oil.

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I love simple dinner rolls, like my Sweet Potato Bread Rolls, Pumpkin Bread Rolls, or Yogurt Buns but I wanted to make an oil-free, simple version with basic ingredients that you have in your fridge and pantry at all time.

Ingredients and Substitutions

You only need these 3 ingredients to make these rolls:

• Self-Rising Flour – Acts as the structural base of the dough, with added leavening agents (baking powder) to help the rolls rise. You can make your own by combining all-purpose flour with baking powder. Avoid gluten-free flours as they may not provide the same fluffiness.
• Almond Milk – Provides moisture to bind the dough and adjust its consistency. Any plant-based milk, such as soy, oat, or coconut milk, can be substituted based on availability and flavor preference.
• Dairy-Free Yogurt – Adds richness, a slight tang, and softness to the rolls. Substitute with other plain unsweetened yogurts like almond or oat yogurt. Coconut yogurt works well for a creamy texture.
• Salt (optional) – Enhances flavor, balancing the natural sweetness of the rolls.
• Maple Syrup – Brushed on top for a light, sweet glaze. For a savory version, use melted vegan butter or a sprinkle of coarse salt instead.

How to Make 3-Ingredient Dinner Rolls

If you like to see how to make recipes with photos, here are pictures of key steps.

Combine the 3 ingredients in the bowl of a stand mixer.

Once the texture is right, roll it into a large dough ball and slice it into 8 equal portions.

Roll each portions into a ball of dough and place them in a round pan.

Bake the 3-ingredient dinner rolls for 25-30 minutes at 350 °F (180 °C).

Expert Tips

I’ve compiled below my tips to make this recipe perfect every single time.

1. Use Fresh Self-Rising Flour – Ensure your self-rising flour is fresh to guarantee the rolls rise properly. If making your own, measure baking powder accurately.
2. Adjust Dough Consistency – The dough should be soft but not overly sticky. Add a tablespoon of flour or almond milk at a time to adjust as needed.
3. Oil Your Hands – Lightly oil your hands when shaping the dough balls to prevent sticking. This helps create smooth, uniform rolls.
4. Space Rolls Evenly – Leave enough space between the rolls in the pan to allow them to expand and bake evenly.
5. Add Toppings – Sprinkle sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or herbs on top before baking for added flavor and texture.
6. Brush While Warm – For the best glaze, brush maple syrup or melted vegan butter on the rolls while they are still warm.
7. Experiment with Sweet or Savory – For sweet rolls, add a tablespoon of sugar or vanilla extract to the dough. For savory rolls, mix in minced garlic or chopped fresh herbs.
8. Reheat Before Serving – If stored, warm the rolls in the oven or microwave before serving to restore their softness.

Serving Ideas

Pair the rolls with a vegan soup, like my Ratatouille Soup, Vegan Potato Soup, with a hearty meal, like my Mexican Black Beans, or for breakfast with Date Caramel. Serve as sliders with plant-based fillings like hummus, avocado, or roasted veggies.

Storage Tips

To keep the rolls soft, store them wrapped in a clean kitchen towel or in an airtight container. For longer storage, freeze the rolls in a sealed bag or container for up to a month. Reheat directly in the oven for a fresh-baked feel.

More Bread Roll Recipes

Pumpkin Bread Rolls

Sweet Potato Bread Rolls

Yogurt Buns

3-Ingredient Dinner Rolls

These 3-Ingredient Dinner Rolls are super simple small bread loaves with a soft and fluffy dough and a thin crust. They are easy to make sweet or savory with no egg, no dairy, and no oil.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 25 minutes mins

Total Time: 35 minutes mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: 8 rolls

Calories: 184 kcal

Author: Carine Claudepierre

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Ingredients

US Customary – Metric

• ▢ 2 ¾ cups Self-Rising Flour - note 1
• ▢ 3 tablespoons Almond Milk - note 2
• ▢ 1 ½ cup Dairy-Free Yogurt - note 3

For flavor

• ▢ ½ teaspoon Salt
• ▢ 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup - to brush on top

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350 °F (180 °C). Line a 9-inch round baking dish with parchment paper. Slightly oil it with a cooking oil spray. Set aside.
• In a mixing bowl, or the bowl of your stand mixer, add the self-rising flour, salt (if used,) yogurt, and almond milk.
• Using the dough hook attachment or a rubber spatula, stir the batter to bring the ingredients together into a dough ball. If you use a rubber spatula, you will have to knead the dough by hand for a few minutes to form a soft dough. The dough is sticky, so you might need to add a little extra flour to work it, or if it's too dry a little more almond milk until the dough comes nicely into a ball.
• Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Lightly oil your hands and roll each portion into a nice smooth ball.
• Place each dinner roll into the prepared pan, leaving some space between them. They will expand a lot in the oven.
• Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes at 350 °F (180 °C) on the center rack of the oven until the top is lightly golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center of the roll comes out clean.
• Let the rolls cool down on a wire rack, brush maple syrup on top for a sweet glaze, or melted plant-based butter for a savory option.

Notes

Note 1: You can make 1 cup of self-rising flour at home by stirring 1 cup of all-purpose flour with 2 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder. This recipe doesn’t work with all-purpose gluten-free flour blend.

Note 2: Any milk can be used like oat milk, soy milk, or regular milk if you use dairy in your kitchen.

Note 3: Any plain unsweetened yogurt can be used in this recipe like almond yogurt or oat yogurt. I like dairy-free Greek-style coconut yogurt, but if you use dairy in your kitchen, plain Greek yogurt should work as well.

Storage: You can store the rolls wrapped in a clean kitchen towel for 2 days at room temperature.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1roll | Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 35.3g | Protein: 6.3g | Fat: 1.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 13.7mg | Potassium: 43mg | Fiber: 1.2g | Sugar: 2.4g | Vitamin A: 0.9IU | Vitamin C: 5.6mg | Vitamin D: 0.6µg | Calcium: 69.4mg | Iron: 0.4mg | Magnesium: 10.7mg | Phosphorus: 41.7mg | Zinc: 0.4mg