Dinner rolls

Dinner rolls are small, soft, and fluffy yeast-leavened bread rolls, typically made from a simple dough of flour, water, yeast, salt, and often enriched with butter, sugar, and milk. They are a staple side dish in Western cuisine, particularly in North America and Europe, often served warm with butter alongside a main meal.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Dinner rolls are primarily a source of carbohydrates, providing energy, with a moderate amount of protein from the flour. A typical roll contains roughly 80-120 calories, along with some B vitamins and iron, depending on the flour used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	130 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	24 g
Fat	2 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	220 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Potassium	50 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	2 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Selenium	8 mcg
Manganese	0.3 mg

Per 1 roll (50 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, dinner rolls are a symbol of hospitality and comfort, often associated with family gatherings and holiday feasts like Thanksgiving. Nutritionally, they can be a quick energy source, but their soft texture often makes them a favorite for both children and adults.