Dinner Rolls at 425°F = 220°C: Fluffy Inside, Golden Outside

425°F (220°C) = bakery-soft rolls in 12 min. No need for 350°F/30 min. Works for frozen. Parker House to pretzel rolls timing guide.

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Dinner Rolls at 425°F = 220°C

✓ Quick bake for fluffy, golden dinner rolls

High heat = soft inside, crusty outside in just 12-15 minutes

Small Rolls
12-15 min
2-3 oz each
Large Rolls
15-18 min
4-5 oz each
Frozen
18-22 min
From frozen
Internal Temp
190°F/88°C
When done

Why 425°F Creates Perfect Dinner Rolls

✅ At 425°F (220°C)

  • • Quick oven spring: Rolls rise 30% in first 5 minutes
  • • Golden crust: Maillard reaction peaks at this temp
  • • Soft interior: Quick bake retains moisture
  • • Time efficient: 12-15 minutes total

❌ Lower Temperatures

350°F (175°C):

25-30 min, pale color, dense texture

375°F (190°C):

20-25 min, light brown, less fluffy

400°F (204°C):

18-20 min, good but not optimal

Different Dinner Roll Types at 425°F

🥖 Classic Dinner Rolls

  • Size: 2-3 oz each
  • Time: 12-15 minutes
  • Tip: Egg wash for shine

🧈 Parker House Rolls

  • Special: Buttered fold
  • Time: 14-16 minutes
  • Tip: Brush with butter twice

🍯 Honey Wheat Rolls

  • Heavier: Need full time
  • Time: 15-18 minutes
  • Tip: Cover if browning fast

🌿 Herb Rolls

  • Topping: Herbs can burn
  • Time: 12-14 minutes
  • Tip: Add herbs at 8 min

❄️ Frozen Rolls

  • Prep: Thaw & rise first
  • Time: 18-22 minutes
  • Tip: Lower to 400°F if browning

🥐 Crescent Rolls

  • Buttery: Watch carefully
  • Time: 10-12 minutes
  • Tip: Golden tips = done

Baking Multiple Trays at 425°F

Tray 1 Best Position Tray 2 Rotate at 7 min
1 Tray:

Middle rack, 12-15 min, no rotation needed

2 Trays:

Upper & lower thirds, swap at 7 min

3+ Trays:

Use fan oven at 400°F, rotate every 5 min

Dinner Roll Baking Resources

Making dinner rolls? You'll need accurate flour measurements and the right yeast conversion (instant vs. active dry matters at 425°F).

Compare with savory scones at 425°F for similar quick-bake results. For softer rolls, some bakers prefer 350°F (175°C) - but they take twice as long! Back to main 425°F guide.

Dinner Rolls at 425°F: Quick Answers

Is 425°F too hot for dinner rolls?

No, 425°F (220°C) is ideal for dinner rolls. The high heat creates a golden crust while keeping the inside soft and fluffy. Most recipes using 350-375°F produce paler, denser rolls.

How long to bake dinner rolls at 425 degrees?

Small rolls (2-3 oz): 12-15 minutes. Large rolls (4-5 oz): 15-18 minutes. Frozen rolls: 18-22 minutes. They're done when golden brown and internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C).