Soft Garlic Bread Rolls (Printable)
Soft, golden rolls swirled with garlic butter and herbs for the ultimate side dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
03 - 1 cup warm milk
04 - 2 tbsp sugar
05 - 1 tsp salt
06 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1 large egg
→ Garlic Butter Filling
08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
09 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
11 - 1/2 tsp salt
12 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Topping
13 - 2 tbsp melted butter
14 - 1 tbsp parsley, chopped
15 - 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese
# How To Make:
01 - Dissolve sugar in warm milk in a small bowl. Sprinkle yeast over the surface, stir gently, and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy and activated.
02 - Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Add melted butter, egg, and the activated yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough begins to form.
03 - Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Transfer to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for approximately 1 hour until doubled in size.
04 - While dough rises, combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and Parmesan in a small bowl. Mix until thoroughly incorporated and spreadable.
05 - Punch down the risen dough to release air. Divide into 12 equal portions. Flatten each piece into a small rectangle, spread with 1 to 2 teaspoons garlic butter, roll tightly, and pinch seams to seal.
06 - Place rolls seam-side down in a greased 9x13-inch baking pan. Cover loosely and let rise for 20 to 30 minutes until puffy and expanded.
07 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush risen rolls with melted butter and sprinkle with parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.
08 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until rolls are golden brown and cooked through. Serve warm for optimal flavor and texture.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The dough comes together so easily you might find yourself making them twice a week
- That moment when you pull them from the oven and the garlic butter hits your nose is pure magic
02 -
- Letting the dough rise in a warm spot is non-negotiable for fluffy rolls
- The garlic butter can be made ahead and kept in the fridge for even easier prep
03 -
- Warm your measuring cup with hot water before measuring milk to maintain temperature
- Do not overfill with garlic butter or it will leak during baking