Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls Easy and Irresistible

I grew up watching buttery dough rise on grandma’s counter, the scent of garlic wafting through like a warm hug. These Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls feel just like that cozy, golden, pull-apart magic. They’ve gone viral on TikTok and Pinterest for good reason. Soft homemade bread, melty cheese, and a quick prep ready for any weeknight or snack emergency.

This is one of those bread rolls recipes that feels way fancier than it is. Just pantry basics: shredded cheese, garlic, butter, and a soft dough that comes together fast. Think quick bread meets easy bread rolls sort of like sticky rolls, but savory. Perfect with soup, or on their own. Full details in the blog!

These started as a riff on old-school brioche buns my grandmother taught me to knead by hand. I’ve tested and reworked them to be faster, simpler still soft and golden, with that buttery bite. I promise: the garlic trick I use? You’ll want to put it on everything.

Why You’ll Love These Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls

Soft, golden, and irresistibly buttery, these rolls are pure comfort food with a cheesy-garlic upgrade. Here’s why they’ll steal the show every time:

• Nostalgic: They channel all the coziness of grandma’s homemade bread rolls, but with a modern cheesy twist.
• Beginner-Friendly: Don’t let the fancy results fool you this is an easy bread rolls recipe that’s approachable for any home baker.
• Versatile: Perfect for any bread ideas you need serve them with soup, as a snack, or even alongside dinner.
• Irresistible Flavors: The garlicky butter melts into swirls of mozzarella for the ultimate savory treat.

Key Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s a helpful breakdown of what makes these rolls so special:

Pro Tip: If you don’t have milk powder on hand, you can skip it the rolls will still bake up beautifully.

How to Make Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls

Let’s break this bread-making process into easy, no-stress steps. Here’s how it works:

1. Roast the Garlic: Slice the top off a garlic head, drizzle with olive oil and salt, then roast it covered at 320°F for 2 hours. It will turn soft and caramel-like.
2. Make Garlic Butter: Mix the soft roasted garlic with butter, parsley, and some leftover garlic oil. This butter will pack all the flavor.
3. Prepare the Dough: Combine milk, yeast, and honey to proof. Then mix in flours, sugar, butter, egg yolks, and salt to form a smooth dough. Knead for 15–20 minutes.
4. Proof & Roll: Let the dough rise until doubled in size (about 90 minutes). Roll it out, spread your garlic butter, sprinkle mozzarella, then roll tightly into a log.
5. Cut & Bake: Slice into 6 rolls, proof again until puffy, brush with egg wash, and bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes. Finish with garlic butter and fresh parsley.

Note: For precise slice sizes, use dental floss instead of a knifeit makes clean cuts without squishing the dough!

Storage Tips

If you happen to have leftovers (unlikely!), here’s how to keep them fresh:

Pro Tip: Reheat rolls at 350°F for about 5 minutes to revive their buttery, melty glory.

Expert Insight: The Science Behind Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls

Buttery cheese garlic rolls achieve their irresistible texture through the balance of fats and moisture, which keeps the crumb tender while enhancing flavor. Incorporating cheese not only adds richness but also contributes to a moist interior, making each bite satisfyingly soft and flavorfulkey attributes highlighted in expert baking techniques for enriched breads.

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The Journey to Perfect Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls

After several attemptsonce nearly burning the garlic butter and another time missing the right cheese balanceI finally landed on this buttery cheese garlic rolls recipe. Each trial brought a new lesson in getting that perfect soft roll with just enough savory richness to make them truly irresistible.

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Conclusion

The Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls come together surprisingly fast, with a golden, tender crumb and that irresistible cheesy-garlic punch you’ll love. Perfect for busy nights, this easy bread rolls recipe gives you soft, buttery buns without a fusstruly foolproof comfort food for your kitchen.

Feel free to swap mozzarella for sharp cheddar or fold in fresh herbs for extra zing. These sticky rolls keep beautifully in an airtight container, and reheating brings back their fresh-from-the-oven charm. Pro tip: try shaping them like classic brioche or a rustic French roll for a fun twist on homemade bread rolls.

Did this bread making adventure remind you of a family favorite? I’d love to hear how you personalize your version or what bread ideas you’re dreaming up next. Share your photos and storiesbecause great recipes are best savored together and passed along with love.

Joe Rooney

Buttery Cheese Garlic Rolls Easy and Irresistible

Buttery cheese Garlic Rolls are incredibly soft, fluffy, and loaded with melted, bubbly mozzarella cheese, making them truly irresistible. This Quick Bread recipe is perfect for any occasion and easy to bake at home. Enjoy these Easy Bread Rolls as a delightful appetizer or snack that will keep everyone coming back for more.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 2 hours hrs 25 minutes mins

Total Time 4 hours hrs 45 minutes mins

Servings: 6 rolls

Calories: 425

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 garlic head
• Sprinkle of salt
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 50 grams (1/4 cup) butter
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
• 90 grams (1/3 cup) warm milk
• 7 grams (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
• 1 tbsp honey
• 200 grams (1 1/2 cups) all purpose flour
• 50 grams (1/2 cup) bread flour
• 20 grams (3 tbsp) milk powder (optional)
• 25 grams (2 tbsp) butter
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 200 grams (2 cups) mozzarella cheese
• Garlic butter (from above)
• 1 egg

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F).
2. Cut the top off a whole garlic head; place in a ramekin.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
4. Cover with aluminum foil and roast garlic for 2 hours until soft.
5. Mix roasted garlic with softened butter, chopped parsley, and 2 tbsp garlic oil to make garlic butter; set aside.
6. In a bowl, combine warm milk, active dry yeast, and honey; let proof for 10 minutes until frothy.
7. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, bread flour, sugar, milk powder (optional), softened butter, salt, egg yolks, and the yeast mixture.
8. Knead dough on medium speed for 15-20 minutes until soft and smooth.
9. Place dough in a covered bowl; proof in a warm place (29°C/85°F) for 1 hour 30 minutes until doubled in size.
10. Roll out dough to 1/4 cm (1/8 inch) thickness.
11. Spread prepared garlic butter evenly over dough.
12. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over buttered dough.
13. Roll dough tightly into a log.
14. Cut log into 6 equal pieces using a knife or dental floss.
15. Place rolls on baking sheet; cover and proof for 30 minutes until puffy.
16. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
17. Brush rolls with beaten egg wash.
18. Bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
19. Brush baked rolls with leftover garlic butter and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

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