Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls (Slow Cooker Recipe)
These perfectly soft, fluffy, and golden dinner rolls are made right in your Crock-Pot® slow cooker—no oven required.
Dinner rolls are often seen as something you need an oven to bake, but this recipe flips that idea. With a slow cooker, a few simple ingredients, and a little patience, you can enjoy homemade garlic butter dinner rolls with minimal effort and maximum payoff. Whether you’re looking for a warm bread option for holiday meals or everyday dinners, this recipe is easy to prepare and full of comfort.
Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls (Slow Cooker Recipe)
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kcalIngredients
For the Dough:
1 cup unsweetened plain soy milk
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2¼ teaspoons (one 7-gram packet) active dry yeast
3+ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup vegan butter, cold and chopped into cubes
For the Topping:
2 tablespoons melted vegan butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
- Activate the yeast
- Heat the soy milk to approximately 110°F to 115°F. In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top. Whisk to combine, then let the mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
- Mix the dough
- In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine 3 cups of flour with the salt. Add the cubed vegan butter. Pour in the activated yeast mixture and stir until a rough dough forms.
- Knead and adjust
- Knead the dough using your hands or a stand mixer for 5 to 7 minutes, adding more flour as needed until the dough becomes soft and smooth but not sticky.
- First rise
- Lightly oil a large bowl and place the dough inside. Turn the dough so that all sides are lightly coated in oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and allow the dough to rise for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape the rolls
- Once the dough has risen, transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Divide it into 10 to 16 evenly sized pieces, rolling each into a smooth ball.
- Second rise
- Line your Crock-Pot® slow cooker with parchment paper. Arrange the dough balls evenly inside. Cover with the lid and allow them to rise again for about 30 minutes, or until they’ve doubled in size.
- Cook the rolls
- Set the slow cooker to HIGH and cook the rolls for 1 to 1½ hours, until the bottoms are golden and the tops are firm.
- Make and apply the garlic butter topping
- In a small bowl, stir together the melted vegan butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Brush generously over the warm rolls.
- Optional oven finish
- If a crispier top is desired, carefully lift the parchment paper to remove the rolls from the slow cooker. Place them on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 1 to 2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Serve
- Top with additional fresh parsley and serve warm.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve as a side with soups, stews, pasta, or hearty salads.
- Use leftover rolls for mini sandwiches or sliders.
- Pair with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dipping.
Storage and Reheating
- Refrigerator: Store cooled rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 1 month in freezer-safe bags. Thaw at room temperature and reheat in the microwave or oven.
- To reheat: Wrap rolls in foil and warm in a 300°F oven for 10 minutes or microwave for 10 to 20 seconds each.
Tips and Variations
- Use dairy milk and regular butter if not following a vegan or dairy-free diet.
- Try herbs like rosemary or thyme in the topping for variation.
- Add grated vegan cheese to the dough for cheesy dinner rolls.
Final Thoughts
These Garlic Butter Dinner Rolls made in the slow cooker are a perfect example of how easy and rewarding homemade bread can be. With soft interiors and buttery, herb-scented tops, they make an excellent addition to any meal. And thanks to the slow cooker method, you can skip the oven while still getting bakery-style results.
Whether you’re making them for a holiday gathering or as a comforting side during the week, these rolls are sure to impress with their simplicity and flavor.
