Easy Potato Rolls

Soft, fluffy, and irresistibly tender, these Easy Potato Rolls are the ultimate homemade dinner roll recipe! Made with a mashed Russet potato for a touch of natural sweetness and unparalleled texture, these rolls achieve a perfect balance of lightness and richness. The dough comes together with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and eggs, while active dry yeast ensures a beautifully airy rise. Whether hand-kneaded or prepared with a stand mixer, the process is simple enough for beginners yet yields bakery-worthy results. Perfect for holiday feasts, weeknight dinners, or as a base for sandwiches, these golden rolls are brushed with melted butter for an extra dose of decadence. Ready in under two hours, this recipe makes 12 rolls destined to disappear quickly at your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 medium Russet potato (peeled and cubed)
• 1.5 cups Water
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 large Eggs (lightly beaten)
• 4.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Place the cubed potato in a small saucepan and cover it with water. Bring to a boil and cook until the potato is fork-tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain the potato, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water, and mash the potato until smooth. Let both the mashed potato and the reserved water cool to lukewarm.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lukewarm reserved potato water and granulated sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Step 3

Add the mashed potato, melted butter, milk, and eggs to the yeast mixture. Stir until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with the dough hook attachment for 5-6 minutes on medium speed.

Step 6

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.

Step 7

Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place the dough balls onto a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them evenly.

Step 8

Cover the rolls with a towel and let them rise again for 30-40 minutes until puffy.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown on top.

Step 10

Remove the rolls from the oven and brush with additional melted butter, if desired. Let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1457.3 grams (1457.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2962

Total Fat 66.30g	85%
Saturated Fat 35.70g	179%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 510mg	170%
Sodium 2582mg	112%
Total Carbohydrate 508.70g	185%
Dietary Fiber 19.10g	68%
Total Sugars 59.90g
Protein 79.20g	158%

Vitamin D 134IU	669%
Calcium 341mg	26%
Iron 28mg	157%
Potassium 1925mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.2%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 69.0%