Description

Garlic Swirl Rolls are soft, fluffy, and aromatic rolls infused with a rich garlic butter filling and herbs. Perfect as a flavorful side for meals or served warm as a comforting snack, these rolls combine easy dough preparation with a delicious homemade garlic filling, making them an impressive yet approachable baked delight for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

4 cups all-purpose flour
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon salt

For the Filling:

½ cup unsalted butter, softened
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Topping:

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Extra parsley for garnish

Instructions

Activate the Yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast on top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy, indicating active yeast.
Mix Dough Ingredients: Add melted butter, eggs, and salt to the frothy yeast mixture. Whisk well to combine.
Add Flour and Form Dough: Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, mixing with a wooden spoon or by hand, until a soft dough forms that is not sticky.
Knead the Dough: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic to develop gluten.
First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
Prepare Garlic Butter Filling: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper; mix until smooth and well blended.
Shape Rolls: Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface to a 12×18 inch rectangle.
Spread Filling: Evenly spread the garlic butter mixture over the dough surface generously.
Roll and Slice: Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log and pinch the seams to seal. Slice into 12 equal pieces.
Second Rise: Place sliced rolls cut-side up in a greased baking dish or on a lined baking sheet, leaving room between rolls. Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake Rolls: Optionally sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top. Bake for 20-25 minutes until rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm with optional parsley garnish for best flavor.

Notes

For extra flavor, you may add grated cheese like mozzarella or cheddar to the filling.
Best served warm but can be stored at room temperature for up to two days in an airtight container.
Use fresh yeast for optimal rise and flavor.
Do not overfill with garlic butter to avoid soggy rolls.
Make sure to preheat the oven before baking.
You can freeze cooled rolls for up to 3 months and reheat in the oven.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

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