Cheesy Garlic Rolls Recipe (Soft, Gooey & Homemade)
Soft, buttery rolls stuffed and topped with melty cheese and brushed with garlicky herb butter. Perfect as a side or party snack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
Ingredients
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
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1 tsp sugar
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1 tsp salt
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1 cup warm milk or water
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup grated Parmesan
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3 tbsp butter (for garlic butter)
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
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In a bowl, combine warm milk/water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until foamy (5–10 minutes).
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Mix flour and salt in a large bowl. Add yeast mixture and softened butter. Knead until smooth and elastic (8–10 minutes).
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Cover and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
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Melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in parsley.
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Punch down dough, divide into 12 pieces, and stuff each with mozzarella. Shape into balls.
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Arrange in greased pan. Let rise 30–40 minutes.
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Brush with garlic butter. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
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Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden.
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Brush with remaining butter and garnish with parsley.
Notes
Use pizza dough for a shortcut. Add herbs or chili flakes for variation. Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat before serving.