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Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls Recipe

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Deliciously soft, buttery garlic rolls filled with melted mozzarella cheese and infused with roasted garlic butter and fresh parsley. These homemade rolls are perfect as a savory snack or side dish, boasting a tender crumb and rich flavors that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Garlic Butter

  • 1 garlic head
  • Sprinkle of salt
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 50 grams (1/4 cup) butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Dough

  • 90 grams (1/3 cup) warm milk
  • 7 grams (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 200 grams (1 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
  • 50 grams (1/2 cup) bread flour
  • 20 grams (3 tbsp) milk powder (optional)
  • 25 grams (2 tbsp) butter, softened
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Filling

  • 200 grams (2 cups) mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • Garlic butter (prepared previously)

Egg Wash

  • 1 egg

Instructions

  1. Roast Garlic: Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F). Cut the top off one whole garlic head and place it in a ramekin. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Cover with aluminum foil and roast for 2 hours until the garlic becomes buttery soft.
  2. Prepare Garlic Butter: Once roasted garlic is cool, squeeze out the soft garlic cloves and mix them with softened butter, chopped fresh parsley, and 2 tablespoons of the garlic-infused olive oil. Set aside.
  3. Activate Yeast: In a bowl, combine warm milk, active dry yeast, and honey. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy and activated.
  4. Make Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, bread flour, sugar, milk powder (if using), softened butter, salt, egg yolks, and the yeast mixture. Mix until ingredients are evenly combined.
  5. Knead Dough: Using a dough hook on medium speed, knead the dough for 15-20 minutes until it is soft, smooth, and elastic.
  6. First Proof: Place the kneaded dough in a covered bowl and let it proof in a warm area (approximately 29°C or 85°F) for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
  7. Roll Out Dough: Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/4 cm (1/8 inch) thickness. Spread the prepared garlic butter evenly over the surface.
  8. Add Mozzarella: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the buttered dough.
  9. Roll Dough: Roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from one edge and rolling to the other, ensuring the cheese stays inside.
  10. Cut Dough: Using a sharp knife or dental floss, cut the rolled dough into 6 equal portions.
  11. Second Proof: Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover the rolls and let them proof for another 30 minutes until they become puffy.
  12. Bake: Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Brush the tops of the rolls with beaten egg wash. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the rolls turn golden brown on top. Check doneness after 20 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  13. Decorate & Serve: Once baked, brush the rolls with the leftover garlic butter and sprinkle with additional chopped parsley before serving warm.

Notes

  • Milk powder is optional but adds softness and richness to the dough.
  • Ensure the milk is warm (not hot) when activating yeast to prevent killing the yeast.
  • Cover the dough properly during proofing to prevent drying out.
  • Use dental floss to cut dough rolls evenly without squashing them.
  • Leftover garlic butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • Serve these rolls warm for the best cheesy, buttery experience.

Keywords: garlic rolls, cheesy rolls, garlic butter rolls, homemade bread, mozzarella rolls, soft bread, savory rolls

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