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Cheesy Skillet Rolls

Cheesy Skillet Rolls are amazing.  The smell is intoxicating and the melty, cheesy, garlicky yumminess of these freshly made rolls is something your loved ones will be talking about for days to come.  You won't believe how easy they are to make! Perfect any time of the year, but especially wonderful during the holiday season!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 45 mins
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 540 kcal
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2¼ teaspoon instant yeast
  • 2½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1½ teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1¼ cups warm water (120°F to 125°F)
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • cooking spray
  • 12 oz. fresh mozzarella cut into small cubes or balls, plus extra chopped
  • 6 tablespoon unsalted butter divided
  • 3 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese grated, divided
  • 1 tablespoon Italian parsley fresh, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon oregano dried
  • ½ teaspoon basil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup marinara sauce for serving (optional)
  • fresh herbs for garnishing the wreath, ie, rosemary, sage, bay leaves.

Instructions

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  1. In the bowl of a stand mixer with the dough hook attached, mix the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.  With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the warm water and the oil and continue beating until combined.
  2. Increase mixer speed to medium, and beat until smooth and elastic, about 7 minutes. If too dry, add small drops of water until smooth.
  3. Spray a large bowl with cooking spray and place dough in it, turning the dough to coat it with the oil. Cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm, draft-free place (about 75°F) until doubled in size, about 1 hour to 90 minutes (but could be longer).
  4. Spray a 9 to 10-inch cast iron skillet, or 9-inch baking pan, with cooking spray. 
  5. If making a bread wreath, spray the sides of a small oven-proof ramekin with cooking spray. Place the ramekin upside down in the middle of the prepared skillet or pan.
  6. On a lightly floured surface, turn the dough out of the bowl. Knead for about 30 seconds with the heels of your hands. Pinch off a piece of dough, about 2 ounces. Flatten and place a cubed piece of mozzarella in the center. Form the dough around the cheese and form it into a smooth ball, slightly larger than a golf ball. (Be sure to leave about ½ cup of mozzarella to add to the top of the rolls).
  7. Place the dough round in the skillet or pan, seam side down. Continue this process until the skillet is full and all of the dough has been used. Place smaller pinches of mozzarella between rolls, filling any holes (about ¼ cup of the mozzarella, you'll use the rest during the baking process). Cover the rolls with a kitchen towel and then return them to a warm, non-drafty area. Allow to proof for 30 minutes to an hour.
  8. Preheat oven to 400°F. (If proofing the rolls in your unheated oven, remove them before preheating).
  9. Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter and brush over the top of the rolls.
  10. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and brush another 1 tablespoon butter (melted) over the top. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese and the remaining chopped mozzarella (about 2 to 3 tbsp) over the top. Bake for another 5 minutes.
  11. In a small bowl, melt the remaining 4 tablespoon butter, and then stir in the parsley, oregano, basil, garlic powder, and 2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese.  
  12. Brush rolls with butter mixture and then serve immediately. If serving as a wreath, carefully remove the ramekin and then use spatulas to remove the rolls from the skillet or pan. Fill the ramekin with marinara sauce and place in the middle of the rolls. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.

Notes

  • See the video near the top of the blog post for visual guidance. If you liked the video, please subscribe to our YouTube channel. 
  • This recipe can be made in a large skillet, dish, or pan. Form smaller balls of dough and be sure to allow the dough to proof a second time, for at least 30 minutes, but preferably 1 hour to 90 minutes. 
  • This dough makes excellent dinner rolls. Just omit the mozzarella cheese. You can add the butter/herb/cheese topping, or, just top with melted butter. Cook time is about the same. Keep an eye on them, once the tops are slightly browned, they are ready. 
  • Leftover rolls will keep covered for several days. Reheat in the microwave. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1roll Calories 540kcal (27%) Carbohydrates 53g (18%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 57mg (19%) Sodium 648mg (27%) Potassium 236mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 742IU (15%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 258mg (26%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 540

% Daily Value*

Serving 1roll
Calories 540kcal 27%
Carbohydrates 53g 18%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.3g 15%
Cholesterol 57mg 19%
Sodium 648mg 27%
Potassium 236mg 5%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 742IU 15%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 258mg 26%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.