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Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls Recipe

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Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls are soft, flavorful bread rolls infused with roasted garlic butter and melted mozzarella cheese. Perfectly golden and fluffy, these rolls combine the richness of garlic butter with the gooey texture of cheese, making an irresistible snack or side for any meal.

Ingredients

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Roasted 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 and Topping

  • 200 grams (2 cups) mozzarella cheese
  • Garlic butter (from above preparation)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Roast garlic: Place the whole garlic head with the top cut off in a ramekin. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle salt over it, cover with aluminum foil, and roast at 160°C (320°F) for 2 hours until the garlic becomes buttery soft.
  2. Prepare garlic butter: Once the garlic is roasted, mash it and mix with softened butter, chopped parsley, and 2 tablespoons of the garlic-infused olive oil. Set this aside for later use.
  3. Activate yeast: In a small 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. 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 thoroughly.
  5. Knead dough: Using a dough hook attachment on medium speed, knead the dough for 15-20 minutes until it’s soft, smooth, and elastic.
  6. First proof: Place the dough into a covered bowl and let it proof in a warm place at around 29°C (85°F) for 1 hour 30 minutes until it doubles in size.
  7. Roll out dough: After proofing, roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 cm (1/8 inch) thickness. Spread the prepared garlic butter evenly over the surface.
  8. Add mozzarella: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the garlic butter layer, then carefully roll the dough tightly into a log shape.
  9. Cut dough: Using a knife or dental floss, cut the rolled log into 6 equal portions for individual rolls.
  10. Second proof: Place the rolls on a baking sheet, cover them, and let proof for another 30 minutes until they become puffy.
  11. Bake: Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Brush the rolls with beaten egg to achieve a shiny golden crust. Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking after 20 minutes to avoid over-browning.
  12. Decorate and serve: Once baked, brush the rolls with any leftover garlic butter and sprinkle with chopped parsley for a fresh finish. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Roasting garlic at a low temperature for a long time ensures a sweet, mellow flavor without bitterness.
  • Milk powder is optional but enhances the dough’s softness and richness.
  • Ensure the yeast proofing liquid is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Using dental floss to cut the dough prevents squashing the rolls.
  • Brush rolls with egg wash right before baking for a glossy finish.
  • Leftover garlic butter can be refrigerated and used within a week as a spread or cooking flavoring.

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