🧀 Soft & Cheesy Bread Rolls
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 12 rolls)
Dough
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1 cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C)
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2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
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2 tbsp sugar
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¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 large egg (room temperature)
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3 to 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp salt
Filling
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1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella (or cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
Optional Garlic Butter Topping
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2 tbsp melted butter
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½ tsp garlic powder
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1 tbsp chopped parsley
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Activate Yeast
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In a large bowl, mix warm milk, yeast, and sugar.
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Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2️⃣ Make the Dough
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Stir in melted butter and egg.
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Add salt and gradually mix in flour until a soft dough forms.
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Knead 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Dough should be soft and slightly tacky.
3️⃣ First Rise
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Place dough in a greased bowl.
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Cover and let rise 1–1½ hours, until doubled.
4️⃣ Shape & Fill
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Punch down dough and divide into 12 pieces.
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Flatten each piece slightly, place 1–2 tablespoons shredded cheese in the center.
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Pinch edges closed tightly and roll into smooth balls.
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Place seam-side down in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
5️⃣ Second Rise
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Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes until puffy.
6️⃣ Bake
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Bake 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
7️⃣ Finish
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Brush with garlic butter while warm for extra flavor.
✨ Tips for Extra Soft Rolls
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Don’t over-flour the dough.
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Use freshly shredded cheese for better melt.
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For ultra-fluffy rolls, brush tops lightly with milk before baking.
🧊 Make Ahead Option
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Shape rolls, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
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Let sit at room temperature 45–60 minutes before baking.
If you’d like, I can also give you:
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🧄 Cheesy garlic pull-apart bread
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🥖 Quick 1-hour cheesy rolls
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🌾 Whole wheat cheesy rolls
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🍕 Pizza-stuffed rolls