Quick Rise Bread Dough Recipe – Ready in 10 Minutes

Hey, bread lovers! Ever crave fresh bread but think it takes too long? I’ve been there—staring at a loaf recipe, wishing it didn’t need hours to rise. Then I found this game-changer: a Quick Rise Bread Dough ready in just 10 minutes. No kidding! It’s simple, fast, and so versatile you’ll wonder how you lived without it.

I’m sharing this magic dough recipe, plus 10 tasty ways to use it. Savory or sweet, dinner or dessert—it’s got you covered. I’ll walk you through each idea with easy steps and a peek at what it looks like. Think golden rolls, cheesy sticks, or sweet twists. Hungry yet? Let’s dive in!

The Basic Quick Rise Bread Dough Recipe

First, let’s whip up the star of the show. No yeast, no waiting—just mix and go.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk (or water)
• 2 tablespoons oil (optional, for richer dough)

Steps:

1. Grab a big bowl. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Make a well in the center. Pour in milk and oil.
3. Stir with a spoon or your hands till it’s a soft dough. Too sticky? Add a pinch of flour. Too dry? Splash in more milk.
4. Dust a surface with flour. Knead the dough for 1 minute till smooth.
5. Done! Use it right away.

Tip: Store it in the fridge, wrapped, for up to 24 hours if needed.

Now, let’s turn this dough into 10 delicious creations!

1. Quick Dinner Rolls

Warm rolls with dinner? Yes, please! These are soft, fluffy, and perfect with butter or soup.

How to Make It:

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Split dough into 12 pieces.
• Roll each into a ball.
• Place on a greased baking sheet, 2 inches apart.
• Brush with melted butter.
• Bake 10-12 minutes till golden.

Step-by-Step:

1. Make the basic dough.
2. Divide it into 12 chunks.
3. Shape each into a ball—tuck edges under for smoothness.
4. Line them up on a greased sheet.
5. Brush tops with butter.
6. Bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes.
7. Serve hot!

2. Garlic Herb Flatbread

This flatbread’s a winner—garlicky, herby, and great with dips. I made it once for a party, and it vanished!

How to Make It:

• Heat a skillet on medium.
• Divide dough into 4 pieces.
• Roll each into a thin circle.
• Brush one side with olive oil. Sprinkle with garlic and herbs (rosemary’s my fave).
• Cook oiled side down for 2-3 minutes.
• Brush top with oil, flip, cook 2-3 more minutes.

Step-by-Step:

1. Prep the basic dough.
2. Split into 4 parts.
3. Roll each into a thin round.
4. Brush one side with oil. Add minced garlic and herbs.
5. Cook oiled side in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes.
6. Oil the top, flip it, cook 2-3 minutes more.
7. Serve warm, sliced if you like.

3. Cinnamon Sugar Twists

Sweet, crunchy, and oh-so-good. These twists remind me of Saturday mornings as a kid.

How to Make It:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Divide dough into 8 pieces.
• Roll each into a 12-inch rope.
• Mix 1/4 cup sugar with 1 tablespoon cinnamon.
• Brush ropes with melted butter, roll in cinnamon sugar.
• Twist and place on a greased sheet.
• Bake 8-10 minutes.

Step-by-Step:

1. Make the dough.
2. Split into 8 chunks.
3. Roll each into a long rope.
4. Mix sugar and cinnamon in a dish.
5. Brush ropes with butter.
6. Coat in cinnamon sugar.
7. Twist each one, lay on a sheet.
8. Bake at 375°F for 8-10 minutes.
9. Cool a bit, then dig in.

4. Mini Pizzas

Pizza night just got easier! These mini pies are fun for kids—or me when I can’t decide on toppings.

How to Make It:

• Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Divide dough into 6-8 balls.
• Roll each into a 4-inch circle.
• Place on a greased sheet.
• Add sauce, cheese, and toppings.
• Bake 8-10 minutes.

Step-by-Step:

1. Whip up the dough.
2. Split into 6-8 pieces.
3. Roll each into a small circle.
4. Set on a baking sheet.
5. Spoon on pizza sauce.
6. Top with cheese and goodies like pepperoni.
7. Bake at 425°F for 8-10 minutes.
8. Enjoy hot!

5. Cheesy Breadsticks

Cheese lovers, this one’s for you. I made these with spaghetti once—total hit!

How to Make It:

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Roll dough into a rectangle, 1/4 inch thick.
• Cut into 1-inch strips.
• Place on a greased sheet.
• Brush with butter, sprinkle with cheese.
• Bake 10-12 minutes.

Step-by-Step:

1. Make the dough.
2. Roll it flat into a rectangle.
3. Slice into strips.
4. Lay them on a sheet.
5. Brush with melted butter.
6. Pile on cheese (mozzarella’s great).
7. Bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes.
8. Dip in marinara and eat!

6. Breakfast Biscuits

Flaky biscuits for breakfast? Yes! I love them with jam or as egg sandwich bases.

How to Make It:

• Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
• Roll dough to 1/2 inch thick.
• Cut rounds with a cutter or glass.
• Place on a greased sheet.
• Brush with milk.
• Bake 8-10 minutes.

Step-by-Step:

1. Prep the dough (add 1 tablespoon sugar if you like it sweet).
2. Roll it out half an inch thick.
3. Cut out circles.
4. Set on a sheet.
5. Brush tops with milk.
6. Bake at 450°F for 8-10 minutes.
7. Serve warm with your fave spread.

7. Stuffed Bread Pockets

These pockets are like little surprises. Fill ’em savory or sweet—I’ve tried both!

How to Make It:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Divide dough into 4-6 pieces.
• Roll each into a circle.
• Add a spoonful of filling (ham and cheese, or apples).
• Fold into a half-moon, seal edges.
• Place on a greased sheet.
• Brush with egg wash.
• Bake 12-15 minutes.

Step-by-Step:

1. Make the dough.
2. Split into 4-6 parts.
3. Roll each into a circle.
4. Spoon filling in the middle.
5. Fold over, pinch edges shut.
6. Lay on a sheet.
7. Brush with beaten egg.
8. Bake at 375°F for 12-15 minutes.
9. Cool a bit before biting in.

8. Quick Focaccia

Fancy bread in a snap! This herby focaccia is my go-to for impressing guests.

How to Make It:

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Press dough into a greased pan, 1/2 inch thick.
• Make dimples with your fingers.
• Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and herbs.
• Bake 15-18 minutes.

Step-by-Step:

1. Prep the dough.
2. Grease a pan.
3. Spread dough evenly in it.
4. Poke dimples all over.
5. Drizzle with olive oil.
6. Sprinkle salt and rosemary.
7. Bake at 400°F for 15-18 minutes.
8. Slice and serve.

9. Apple Cinnamon Rolls

Sweet rolls with apples? Heaven! These are my fall favorite.

How to Make It:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Roll dough into a rectangle.
• Spread with butter, sugar, cinnamon, and diced apples.
• Roll up tight.
• Cut into 1-inch slices.
• Place in a greased dish.
• Bake 15-20 minutes.

Step-by-Step:

1. Make dough, add 2 tablespoons sugar.
2. Roll into a big rectangle.
3. Spread with 2 tablespoons butter.
4. Sprinkle 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 cup diced apples.
5. Roll it up from the long side.
6. Slice into 1-inch pieces.
7. Set in a dish.
8. Bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes.
9. Add icing if you’re feeling fancy.

10. Pretzel Bites

Soft pretzel bites are snack perfection. I make these for movie nights—gone in minutes!

How to Make It:

• Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Divide dough into 1-inch pieces.
• Boil water with 1/4 cup baking soda.
• Drop pieces in for 30 seconds, then remove.
• Place on a greased sheet.
• Sprinkle with coarse salt.
• Bake 8-10 minutes.

Step-by-Step:

1. Prep the dough.
2. Break into small chunks.
3. Boil water, add baking soda.
4. Dunk pieces for 30 seconds each.
5. Set on a sheet.
6. Sprinkle with salt.
7. Bake at 425°F for 8-10 minutes.
8. Serve with mustard or cheese sauce.

Wrap It Up

Wow, 10 awesome ways to use this quick dough! From dinner rolls to pretzel bites, you’ve got options for any craving. I love how easy this recipe makes baking—more time to eat, right?

Play with it! Add cheese to the dough, try new fillings, or tweak the toppings. Make it yours. Tried one? Tell me below—did the mini pizzas steal your heart, or was it the cinnamon twists? Share pics if you’ve got ’em!

Happy baking, friends. Life’s too short for boring bread—make it tasty!