Cheesy Garlic Rolls
Delight in these soft, cheesy garlic rolls with a flavorful garlic butter and melty cheese filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dough
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 240 ml whole milk (warmed to 100-110F)
- 85 g unsalted butter (softened)
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons finely minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- salt to taste salt
- black pepper to taste black pepper
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese (shredded)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp water
Instructions
- Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let foam for 8-10 mins.
- Add egg, flour, and salt; mix until dough forms. Incorporate butter gradually, knead 5-6 mins until smooth.
- Let dough rise in a greased bowl, covered, until doubled (~60-90 mins). Prepare garlic butter by mixing butter, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Deflate dough, rest 5 mins. Roll into 12x16 inch rectangle, spread 2/3 garlic butter, top with cheeses, roll into log, cut into 8 pieces.
- Place rolls in greased pan, cover, and let rise until doubled (~25-35 mins). Preheat oven to 350F. Brush with egg wash.
- Bake for 25-30 mins until golden. Brush with melted garlic butter before serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure dough is slightly tacky and rolls are evenly cut for uniform baking.