Here’s a delicious recipe for Herb and Cheese Pull-Apart Rolls:
★Ingredients
Dough
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
1 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp salt
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
Herb and Cheese Filling
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or 2 tsp dried)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
Salt and pepper to taste
★Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt.
- Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg to the flour mixture. Mix until the dough comes together.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Rolls:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 16 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten slightly.
- Dip each flattened piece into the herb butter mixture, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Fold the dough pieces in half and arrange them in the prepared baking dish in a single layer, overlapping slightly if needed.
- Brush any remaining herb butter over the top of the rolls.
- Bake the Rolls:
- Cover the baking dish with a damp cloth and let the rolls rise for another 15-20 minutes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Serve:
- Let the rolls cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Herb and Cheese Pull-Apart Rolls warm!
Enjoy!