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Garlic Parmesan Dinner Rolls
5 from 18 votes

Garlic Parmesan Dinner Rolls

Garlic Parmesan Dinner Rolls are a soft, slightly chewy yeast bread featuring whole milk and water for moisture, enriched with butter, egg, and Parmesan cheese. The dough is mixed and kneaded to develop elasticity, then shaped into small rolls brushed with garlic butter and fresh parsley for savory flavor. The result is a rich, tender roll with a subtle garlic and cheese taste, ideal as a dinner side or sandwich base.

Prep Time
3 hrs
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
3 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 15 servings

Ingredients

  • ½ cup whole milk 105-110 degrees F, warm
  • ½ cup water 105-110 degrees F, warm
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 3 tablespoons sugar divided
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅓ cup butter at room temperature, unsalted
  • ¾ cup Parmesan Cheese divided, freshly grated
  • 1 egg large
  • 3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour divided
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons parsley chopped fresh leaves

Instructions

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  1. Combine milk, water, yeast, 1 tablespoon sugar and salt in a small bowl; let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes.
  2. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with paddle attachment, beat butter, 1/2 cup Parmesan and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Beat in egg until well combined. Beat in yeast mixture and 2 1/2 cups flour until a smooth batter forms.
  3. Using the dough hook, gradually add remaining 1 – 1 1/4 cups flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft, smooth ball of dough is formed. The dough should feel elastic and slightly tacky to the touch. Increase speed to medium-high and beat for 3 minutes.
  4. Lightly oil a large bowl or coat with nonstick spray; place dough in bowl, turning to coat. Cover with a clean dishtowel and let stand in a warm spot until dough has doubled in size, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  5. Gently deflate dough by punching down. Roll into a 15-inch rope; cut into 15 1-inch pieces, pressing each piece into a disk, then shaping into a ball.
  6. Lightly oil a 9×13 baking dish or coat with nonstick spray. Place dough balls into the prepared baking dish; brush tops with butter and sprinkle with garlic. Cover with a clean dishtowel and let stand in a warm spot until dough has doubled in size, about 30-45 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Sprinkle dough with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan. Place into oven and bake until golden brown, about 18-22 minutes.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with parsley, if desired.