Garlic Butter Parmesan Rolls Recipe

Introduction

These Garlic Butter Parmesan Rolls are soft, savory, and loaded with roasted garlic and melted cheese. Perfect for serving alongside dinner or as a flavorful snack, they combine tender dough with rich, buttery garlic and cheesy goodness.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup whole milk, lightly warmed
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 envelope (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast or instant yeast
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and lightly cooled
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 4 heads of garlic, tops cut off to expose the individual cloves
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, preferably thick-cut
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• 1 tablespoon freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
• 1-2 teaspoons minced garlic

Instructions

1. Step 1: Warm the milk to about 110°F. In a stand mixer bowl, combine the warmed milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit undisturbed for 7-10 minutes to activate the yeast if using active dry yeast; if using instant yeast, proceed immediately.
2. Step 2: Add melted butter, egg, egg yolk, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Using the dough hook, knead on medium speed for 6-8 minutes until smooth. Add a tablespoon more flour if the dough sticks to the bowl. Alternatively, knead by hand for 10 minutes on a floured surface.
3. Step 3: Shape the dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap and a towel, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled, about 1-2 hours.
4. Step 4: Preheat oven to 400°F. Remove outer peel of garlic bulbs, place cut side up on foil-lined baking vessel, drizzle with olive oil, cover with foil tent, and roast for 30-40 minutes until cloves are golden and tender. Cool, then remove cloves from skins and set aside.
5. Step 5: Once risen, punch down dough and roll out on a lightly floured surface into a 13×8 inch rectangle.
6. Step 6: Process roasted garlic cloves into a paste. Spread softened butter on dough, then garlic paste, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle mozzarella evenly and gently pat it in.
7. Step 7: Roll dough tightly from the long side into a log, seam down. Stretch log slightly if needed and pinch seam to seal. Trim ends if desired.
8. Step 8: Cut log crosswise into 9 equal rolls using a sharp knife or floss.
9. Step 9: Line a 9×9 inch baking dish with parchment paper, place rolls inside, cover with plastic wrap and towel, and let rise in a warm place until puffy, about 1-2 hours.
10. Step 10: Preheat oven to 350°F. Remove coverings and bake rolls for 30-35 minutes until lightly golden.
11. Step 11: Mix melted butter, chopped parsley, parmesan, and minced garlic in a small bowl to make the topping.
12. Step 12: Immediately brush baked rolls with the topping mixture and garnish with additional parmesan if desired. Serve warm.

Tips & Variations

• Use instant yeast to skip the initial activation step and save time.
• For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter topping.
• Try mixing in other herbs like rosemary or thyme for a different flavor profile.
• If you don’t have a stand mixer, hand kneading works just as well—just give the dough extra time to develop.

Storage

Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently in a warm oven or microwave to restore softness. To freeze, wrap rolls tightly in foil or plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use garlic powder instead of fresh roasted garlic?

Fresh roasted garlic provides a sweet, mellow flavor that garlic powder can’t fully replicate. If using garlic powder, reduce the quantity and mix it into the butter carefully to avoid overpowering the rolls.

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough up to the first rise and refrigerate it overnight. Allow the dough to come to room temperature and rise fully before continuing with the recipe.

Garlic Butter Parmesan Rolls Recipe

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• Author: Thomas
• Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
• Yield: 9 rolls 1x

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Description

These Garlic Butter Parmesan Rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with rich flavors of roasted garlic, melted butter, mozzarella cheese, and fresh parsley. Perfectly baked to a golden brown with a deliciously savory topping, these rolls make an irresistible accompaniment for dinner or a flavorful snack on their own.

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Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

• 1/2 cup whole milk, lightly warmed
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 envelope (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast or instant yeast
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and lightly cooled
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Roasted Garlic Filling

• 4 heads of garlic, tops cut off to expose individual cloves
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, preferably thick-cut

Topping

• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• 1 tablespoon freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
• 1–2 teaspoons minced garlic

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Instructions

1. Activate the Yeast: Warm the milk to about 110°F. In a stand mixer bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and sprinkle the yeast on top. Let it sit undisturbed for 7-10 minutes if using active dry yeast, until bubbly and fragrant. If using instant yeast, skip this resting period.
2. Make the Dough: Add melted butter, egg, egg yolk, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Knead with the dough hook on medium speed for 6-8 minutes until dough is smooth. Add a tablespoon of flour if dough is too sticky. Alternatively, knead by hand for 10 minutes on a lightly floured surface.
3. First Rise: Shape dough into a ball and place in a lightly greased bowl. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and a kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm space until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
4. Roast the Garlic: Preheat oven to 400°F. Peel outer layers of garlic bulbs and place cut side up in a foil-lined small baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and tent with foil. Roast for 30-40 minutes until cloves are golden and tender. Let cool and extract cloves from skins.
5. Prepare the Dough Surface: Punch down risen dough onto a lightly floured surface. Roll into a 13×8 inch rectangle.
6. Prepare the Filling: Pulse roasted garlic cloves in a food processor until paste-like. Spread softened butter over dough, leaving a border around edges. Evenly spread garlic paste, then sprinkle chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Top with shredded mozzarella and gently pat cheese into mixture.
7. Roll the Dough: Roll dough tightly into a log starting from the longest side with seam down. Stretch log gently if needed and pinch seam closed. Optionally trim the ends if they are smaller.
8. Cut the Rolls: Using a sharp knife or unscented floss, cut the log into 9 equal pieces.
9. Second Rise: Line a 9×9 inch baking dish with parchment paper. Place rolls inside, cover tightly with plastic wrap and kitchen towel, and let rise in warm place until puffy, about 1-2 hours.
10. Bake the Rolls: Preheat oven to 350°F. Remove covers and bake rolls for 30-35 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
11. Prepare the Topping: Mix melted butter, chopped parsley, parmesan cheese, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
12. Finish the Rolls: Once baked, immediately brush rolls with the prepared topping. Garnish with extra grated parmesan if desired. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

• Ensure milk is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
• If dough is sticky, add flour gradually to avoid tough rolls.
• Roasting garlic mellows its sharpness and adds rich sweetness to the filling.
• Using parchment paper for baking helps contain any filling leakage.
• Rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated and brushed with additional butter before serving.

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Category: Bread
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Keywords: garlic butter rolls, parmesan rolls, homemade bread, savory rolls, roasted garlic bread