Pull-Apart Garlic Cheese Bread Rolls

Ingredients

• For the Dough:
  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) warm milk
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) warm water
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
• For the Garlic Butter Topping:
  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
• For the Cheese Topping:
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional for creamy texture)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
   • Add warm milk, water, and softened butter. Knead for about 8-10 minutes (by hand or mixer with a dough hook) until smooth and elastic.
   • Cover with a damp cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
2. Shape the Rolls:
   • Punch down the dough and divide it into small, equal-sized balls.
   • Arrange the balls close together on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
3. Add Toppings:
   • Mix the garlic butter topping (melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt) in a bowl.
   • Brush the garlic butter generously over the dough balls.
   • In a separate bowl, mix the shredded cheese with mayonnaise, then spread or pipe it over the dough balls as shown in the image.
4. Bake:
   • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
   • Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Serve:
   • Let the rolls cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm, as they pull apart beautifully.