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Callie Brooks

Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls

Deliciously soft rolls filled with gooey mozzarella and aromatic roasted garlic, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 rolls
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 200 grams all-purpose flour
  • 50 grams bread flour
  • 20 grams milk powder (optional) Optional ingredient
  • 2 egg yolks egg yolks
  • 30 grams olive oil
  • 50 grams butter (softened) For dough
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt For dough
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 90 grams warm milk To activate yeast
  • 7 grams active dry yeast To leaven the dough
  • 25 grams honey
For the Filling
  • 200 grams mozzarella cheese (grated)
  • 25 grams butter (for filling)
  • 1 head garlic Whole head, for roasting
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 egg egg (for egg wash)
For Roasting
  • 1 pinch salt For seasoning garlic

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Roast Garlic: In a ramekin, place a whole garlic head (cut the top off), drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, cover with aluminum foil, and roast in a preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) for about 2 hours until buttery soft.
  2. Prepare Garlic Butter: Once the garlic is done, mix it with softened butter, chopped parsley, and 2 tablespoons of the garlic oil, then set this mixture aside.
  3. Create Yeast Mixture: In a bowl, combine warm milk, active dry yeast, and honey. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
  4. Make Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, bread flour, sugar, milk powder (if using), softened butter, salt, the yeast mixture, and the two egg yolks.
  5. Knead Dough: Using a dough hook attachment, knead the dough on medium speed for about 15-20 minutes until it’s soft and smooth.
  6. Proof Dough: Place the dough in a covered bowl and let it proof in a warm place (about 29°C or 85°F) for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, until it has doubled in size.
  7. Roll Out Dough: Once risen, roll out the dough to about 1/4 cm (or 1/8 inch) thickness, then evenly spread the prepared garlic butter over it.
  8. Add Mozzarella: Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese on top and then tightly roll the dough into a log.
  9. Cut Dough: Slice the log into 6 equal portions using a knife or dental floss.
  10. Second Proof: Place the rolls on a baking sheet, cover, and let them proof for another 30 minutes until they become puffy.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Brush the rolls with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes, checking after 20 minutes.
  2. Decorate: After baking, brush the rolls with the leftover garlic butter and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month. For reheating, place covered in the oven.

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