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Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls Recipe

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These Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls are soft, fluffy, and packed with rich garlic butter and gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect as a savory snack or a side for any meal, this recipe combines the warmth of freshly baked dough with the flavorful punch of herb-infused garlic butter.

Ingredients

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Garlic Butter

  • 1 garlic head, minced
  • Sprinkle of salt
  • 30 grams olive oil
  • 50 grams butter
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Dough

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

Filling

  • 200 grams mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • Garlic butter prepared previously

Egg Wash

  • 1 egg, beaten

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Garlic Butter: In a small saucepan, combine minced garlic, olive oil, butter, a pinch of salt, and fresh parsley. Warm gently over low heat until the butter melts and the garlic softens, releasing its aroma. Set aside to cool.
  2. Activate the Yeast: In a bowl, mix warm milk with active dry yeast and honey. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
  3. Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, bread flour, milk powder, sugar, and salt. Add in the butter, egg yolks, and the yeast mixture. Knead the ingredients either by hand or using a stand mixer with a dough hook until a smooth, elastic dough forms. This should take about 8 to 10 minutes. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
  4. Shape the Rolls: Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release air. Roll the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle. Brush a generous layer of the prepared garlic butter over the dough, then scatter the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly. Roll the dough tightly from one end to the other to form a log. Cut the log into evenly sized rolls.
  5. Second Proof: Place the rolls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or a greased pan. Cover and let them rise again for 30 to 40 minutes, allowing them to puff up.
  6. Apply Egg Wash and Bake: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Brush the tops of the rolls with the beaten egg to give a shiny, golden crust. Bake the rolls for 20 to 25 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Cool and Serve: Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm to enjoy the melted cheese and buttery garlic flavor at its best.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of garlic in the butter according to your preference for stronger or milder flavor.
  • Using both all-purpose and bread flour helps achieve a soft yet chewy texture.
  • Milk powder is optional but enhances the dough’s softness and browning.
  • Make sure your milk is warm but not hot, to not kill the yeast.
  • Brush egg wash carefully to avoid it pooling on the dough which might cause uneven browning.
  • If you prefer, sprinkle additional parsley on top after baking for extra freshness.

Keywords: garlic rolls, cheesy garlic bread, homemade rolls, mozzarella cheese rolls, garlic butter rolls

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