Garlic Bread Rolls Recipe

Introduction

These garlic bread rolls are soft, buttery, and packed with fresh garlic and parsley flavor. Perfect for accompanying any meal or enjoying on their own, they bring a comforting homemade touch to your table.

Ingredients

• 4 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 3 1/2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (*See notes below for measuring*)
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 cup whole or 2% milk (warmed to 110°F)
• 1 large egg (room temperature)
• 1 beaten egg, for brushing the tops
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for garlic butter)
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic (for garlic butter)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garlic butter)
• Flaky sea salt (for finishing)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Lightly butter the bottom and sides of a 9×13-inch pan and set it aside.
2. Step 2: In a small pot, melt 4 1/2 tablespoons butter and add 2 tablespoons minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then remove from heat and let cool while you prepare the other ingredients.
3. Step 3: In a stand mixer bowl, combine flour, parsley, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add the warmed milk, room temperature egg, and the cooled garlic butter mixture. Knead on low speed with a dough hook for 10-12 minutes until smooth and tacky. Add extra flour one tablespoon at a time if too sticky.
4. Step 4: Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces (about 67 grams each). Shape each into a smooth ball, pinching the seams on the bottom to keep them tight. Place the rolls into the prepared pan, cover with plastic wrap or a towel, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled, about 1-2 hours.
5. Step 5: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
6. Step 6: Brush the tops of the risen rolls with the beaten egg. Bake for 20-30 minutes until golden brown on top.
7. Step 7: While baking, make the garlic butter: melt 2 tablespoons butter in a pot, add 1 tablespoon minced garlic, and cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon parsley. When rolls come out of the oven, brush them immediately with the garlic butter and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Serve warm.

Tips & Variations

• Use a kitchen scale for dividing dough to ensure all rolls bake evenly.
• For an extra herbaceous touch, add finely chopped rosemary or thyme to the dough or garlic butter.
• If you prefer a softer crust, cover the rolls loosely with foil halfway through baking.
• Allow the garlic butter to cool slightly before brushing so it doesn’t melt all the way through the rolls.

Storage

Store cooled garlic bread rolls in an airtight container or resealable bag at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze the rolls in a sealed bag for up to 3 months. Reheat thawed or room-temperature rolls in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes until warm. You can also refresh them with a brush of garlic butter before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular yeast instead of instant yeast?

Yes, but you will need to proof the regular yeast in warm milk with a pinch of sugar for 5-10 minutes until bubbly before adding it to the dry ingredients.

Can I make these rolls ahead of time?

Absolutely. You can prepare the dough and let it rise, then refrigerate it overnight. Bring the dough to room temperature and let it rise again before shaping and baking.

Garlic Bread Rolls Recipe

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These soft and flavorful Garlic Bread Rolls feature a tender, buttery dough infused with garlic and fresh parsley. Perfect as a side for dinner or as a savory snack, these rolls are brushed with a garlic butter glaze and baked to golden perfection. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they bring warm, aromatic garlic goodness to your table.

• Author: Mia
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
• Yield: 12 rolls 1x
• Category: Bread
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

• 4 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 3 1/2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 cup whole or 2% milk, warmed to 110°F
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 1 beaten egg, for brushing the tops

Garlic Butter Topping

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• Flaky sea salt, for finishing

Instructions

1. Prepare the baking pan: Lightly butter the bottom and sides of a 9×13 inch baking pan and set it aside to prevent sticking.
2. Make garlic butter for dough: In a small pot, melt 4 1/2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and add 2 tablespoons minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then remove from heat and let cool while preparing the other ingredients.
3. Mix and knead dough: In a stand mixer bowl, combine the flour, fresh parsley, sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Add warmed milk, the egg, and the cooled garlic butter mixture. Using a dough hook, knead on low speed until the dough is smooth, soft, and slightly tacky, about 10-12 minutes. Add flour one tablespoon at a time if too sticky.
4. Shape rolls and proof: Divide the dough into 12 equal portions (approximately 67 grams each). Shape each piece into a smooth ball by pinching seams at the bottom. Place balls in the prepared pan, cover with plastic wrap or a towel, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
5. Preheat oven: Set the oven to 350°F (180°C) to prepare for baking.
6. Brush with egg wash and bake: Brush the risen rolls with beaten egg for gloss and bake uncovered for 20-30 minutes or until tops are golden brown.
7. Make garlic butter topping: While baking, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a small pot, add 1 tablespoon minced garlic and cook 1-2 minutes until aromatic. Remove from heat, stir in chopped parsley.
8. Finish rolls: Out of the oven, immediately brush the rolls with the garlic butter. Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the tops if desired. Serve warm for best flavor.

Notes

• Use a kitchen scale for accuracy when dividing dough into portions to ensure even baking.
• Adjust flour quantity as needed: dough should be soft and tacky but not overly sticky.
• Ensure milk is warmed to 110°F to activate the yeast properly without killing it.
• Allow rolls to rise in a warm place, like inside an off oven or near a radiator, to promote proper fermentation.
• Brush with egg wash for a glossy, golden finish on the rolls.
• Flaky sea salt adds a nice texture and salty contrast but can be omitted if desired.

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