Yes! Active dry yeast and instant yeast will do the same thing in these rolls, but the method of incorporating them into the dough is different. If you want to use active dry yeast, just add 2¼ teaspoons to 1 cup of warm water. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes until the yeast activates. Then you'll combine the yeast mixture with the butter, sugar, and egg and follow the recipe the same way.