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Garlic Butter Parmesan Rolls Recipe

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These Garlic Butter Parmesan Rolls are soft, fluffy, and packed with rich roasted garlic butter and melted mozzarella cheese. Perfectly golden and topped with a flavorful butter-parmesan-garlic mixture, these rolls make a delicious side or snack that’s easy to bake at home.

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 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

Topping

  • 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. Activate yeast: Warm the milk to about 110°F. In a stand mixer bowl, combine the warmed milk and sugar, then sprinkle the yeast on top. Let it sit undisturbed for 7-10 minutes until bubbly and fragrant (only for active dry yeast). Skip this if using instant yeast.
  2. Make the dough: Add melted butter, egg, egg yolk, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Attach dough hook and knead on medium speed for 6-8 minutes until smooth. Add an extra tablespoon of flour if too sticky. Alternatively, knead by hand for 10 minutes.
  3. First rise: Shape the dough into a ball and place in a greased bowl. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and a kitchen towel. Let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
  4. Roast garlic: Preheat oven to 400°F. Peel outer papery layers off garlic heads. Place garlic bulbs cut side up in foil-lined dish, drizzle with olive oil, and tent with foil. Roast for 30-40 minutes until cloves are golden and tender. Let cool, then squeeze cloves out of skins and set aside.
  5. Prepare dough for filling: Punch down the risen dough onto a floured surface. Roll into a 13×8 inch rectangle.
  6. Make garlic filling: Blend roasted garlic into a paste. Spread softened butter over dough, leaving edges bare. Evenly spread garlic paste, then sprinkle chopped parsley and salt/pepper. Top with shredded mozzarella and gently press it in.
  7. Roll the dough: Roll the dough tightly from the long side with seam down. Pinch seam to seal and optionally trim ends if uneven.
  8. Cut rolls: Slice the log crosswise into 9 pieces using a sharp knife or unscented floss.
  9. Second rise: Line a 9×9 inch baking dish with parchment. Place rolls in dish, cover tightly with plastic wrap and a towel, and let rise again for 1-2 hours until puffy.
  10. Bake rolls: Preheat oven to 350°F. Remove covers and bake rolls for 30-35 minutes until light golden brown.
  11. Prepare topping: Mix melted butter, chopped parsley, parmesan cheese, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
  12. Finish rolls: Immediately brush baked rolls with the garlic parmesan butter mixture. Garnish with extra parmesan if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Ensure milk is not too hot when activating yeast, to avoid killing it.
  • Use thick-cut mozzarella for best melty texture.
  • Roasting garlic mellows its sharpness and adds depth to flavor.
  • Allowing the dough to rise twice ensures soft, fluffy rolls.
  • Use gloves when spreading garlic butter if preferred.
  • Uncooked rolls can be refrigerated after the second rise and baked the next day.
  • Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.

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