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Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls Recipe

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These buttery cheese garlic rolls combine the rich flavors of roasted garlic, creamy mozzarella, and fresh parsley baked into soft, fluffy rolls. Perfect as a savory snack or accompaniment to any meal, these rolls are irresistibly aromatic and deliciously tender.

Ingredients

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Roasted Garlic Butter

  • 1 garlic head
  • Sprinkle of salt
  • 30 grams olive oil
  • 50 grams butter, softened
  • 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 and Finishing

  • 200 grams mozzarella cheese
  • Garlic butter made previously
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Roast garlic: Place one whole garlic head (cut the top off) in a ramekin, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, cover with aluminum foil, and roast at 160°C (320°F) for 2 hours until the garlic becomes buttery soft.
  2. Make garlic butter: Once roasted garlic is ready, mash it and mix with softened butter, chopped fresh parsley, and 2 tablespoons of the garlic-infused olive oil. Set this garlic butter aside for later use.
  3. Prepare yeast mixture: In a bowl, combine warm milk, active dry yeast, and honey. Let it proof for about 10 minutes until the mixture is frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
  4. Mix dough ingredients: In a mixing bowl, blend all-purpose flour, bread flour, sugar, milk powder (if using), softened butter, salt, egg yolks, and the yeast mixture together to form a dough.
  5. Knead the dough: Using a dough hook attachment on medium speed, knead the dough for 15-20 minutes until it is soft, smooth, and elastic.
  6. First proof: Place the dough in a covered bowl and let it proof in a warm place (around 29°C or 85°F) for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
  7. Roll out dough: Roll the risen dough out on a floured surface to about 1/4 cm (or 1/8 inch) thickness.
  8. Spread garlic butter: Evenly spread the prepared garlic butter over the surface of the rolled dough.
  9. Add cheese and roll: Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the buttered dough, then tightly roll the dough into a log shape.
  10. Cut into rolls: Using a knife or dental floss, cut the rolled dough into 6 equal portions.
  11. Second proof: Place the rolls on a baking sheet, cover them, and allow them to proof another 30 minutes until they become puffy.
  12. Bake rolls: Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Brush the rolls with beaten egg wash for a glossy finish, then bake for 20-25 minutes, checking after 20 minutes for a golden-brown crust.
  13. Finish and serve: Once baked, brush the rolls generously with any remaining garlic butter and sprinkle with additional chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Roasting the garlic slowly at low heat allows it to develop a mild, buttery flavor without bitterness.
  • Milk powder is optional but helps improve dough texture and richness.
  • Proofing times might vary slightly depending on ambient temperature; dough should approximately double in size.
  • Use dental floss to cut the rolls if you want cleaner edges without squashing the dough.
  • These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated gently before serving.

Keywords: garlic rolls, cheesy garlic bread, homemade rolls, soft bread, roasted garlic, mozzarella cheese rolls

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