Description
Enjoy these deliciously cheesy, garlicky rolls as a side dish or a snack!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 1/3 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Dissolve yeast in warm water; let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy. Add yeast mixture and milk to the flour mixture. Knead until a smooth dough forms. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Rolls: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal parts. Shape each piece into a roll and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Make deep cuts into each roll, forming sections for stuffing.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, mix minced garlic, melted butter, parsley, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff and Brush the Rolls: Stuff each cut section of the rolls with mozzarella cheese. Generously brush the tops of the rolls with the garlic butter mixture.
- Bake: Bake rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- Consistency: If dough is too sticky, add a little more flour while kneading.
- Cheese Variations: Feel free to use other types of cheese such as cheddar or gouda for different flavors.
- Herbs: Fresh herbs add a distinct flavor, but dried herbs work well too.
- Crispy Crust: For an extra crispy crust, brush the rolls with egg wash before baking.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat before serving. They also freeze well.
- Prep Time: 1 hour (including rising time)
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Breads
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg