Easy Homemade Cheesy Garlic Pull-Apart Rolls Recipe
These Easy Homemade Cheesy Garlic Pull-Apart Rolls are soft, fluffy, and loaded with melted mozzarella and roasted garlic. Perfect as a snack, side for pasta, or with soups, they’re quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious.
Equipment
- 1 Large mixing bowl For combining all dough ingredients smoothly
- 1 Medium Bowl For mixing garlic butter or cheese filling
- 1 Whisk To blend wet ingredients evenly
- 1 Silicone Spatula Scrapes bowls clean without sticking
- 1 Pastry Brush For brushing butter, garlic oil, or egg wash
- 1 Rolling pin To flatten dough evenly
- 1 Baking Tray Standard sheet pan for baking the rolls
- 1 Parchment Paper Sheet Prevents sticking; easy cleanup
- 1 Pair of Oven Mitts Safe handling of hot pans
- 1 Sharp Knife or Dough Cutter For cutting clean, even dough pieces
- 1 Clean Kitchen Towel To cover dough while rising or resting
- 1 Cooling rack Cools rolls without making bottoms soggy
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour For soft,fluffy rolls
- 1 tbsp Sugar Helps activate yeast & adds light sweetness
- 2 tsp Instant yeast No proofing needed; fast rise
- 1 tsp Salt Balances flavor
- 1 cup Warm milk Slightly warm,not hot, for yeast activation
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter Melted, adds richness
- 1 large Egg For structure and softness
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese Shredded; melts into a gooey center
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese Grated; adds savory depth
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced; for garlic butter
- 3 tbsp Butter Softened; for garlic spread
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley Chopped; optional garnish
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning Optional; adds herby aroma
Instructions
- 1: Step: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- 2: Step: Add melted butter, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture; mix until combined.
- 3: Step: Gradually add flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- 4: Step: Knead dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5: Step: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours or until doubled.
- 6: Step: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 7: Step: Punch down dough and divide into 12 equal portions; roll into balls.
- 8: Step: Mix softened butter, minced garlic, and parsley to make garlic butter.
- 9: Step: Flatten each dough ball slightly, place cheese in the center, and fold to seal.
- 10: Step: Place rolls on a greased baking tray and brush tops with garlic butter.
- 11: Step: Bake 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cheese is melted inside.
- 12: Step: Optional: Brush remaining garlic butter on top immediately after baking.
- 13: Step: Serve warm with soups, pasta, or as a snack.
Notes
- You can substitute mozzarella with cheddar or gouda for a different flavor.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based cheese and butter alternatives.
- Make sure to roast the garlic until golden brown for the best sweet flavor.
- Serve immediately for the gooey, cheesy texture; leftovers can be reheated in the oven.
- Feel free to pair with pasta, soups, or as a side for hearty dinners.
