Description
Homemade garlic butter bread rolls deliver pure comfort with golden-brown edges and rich, herbed butter melting into warm, pillowy dough. Mediterranean kitchens inspire this simple yet irresistible bread that promises pure culinary satisfaction for hungry souls.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups (700 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons / 7 grams) active dry yeast
- 1 cup (240 ml) warm water
Liquid and Fat Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 4 tablespoons (60 ml) unsalted butter
Flavor and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (25 grams) sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) salt
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon (3 grams) fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Awaken the yeast by dissolving it in tepid water with a sprinkle of sugar. Allow the mixture to bloom and become frothy for 5-10 minutes in a quiet corner of the kitchen.
- Merge flour, salt, and melted butter in a spacious mixing vessel. Introduce the activated yeast and blend until a cohesive dough emerges. Transfer to a lightly dusted surface and massage the dough, developing its elasticity for approximately 5 minutes.
- Nestle the dough into an oiled container, drape with a soft cloth, and position in a warm sanctuary. Let it expand and rise for 60 minutes until it doubles in volume.
- Deflate the dough with a gentle punch. Segment into 12 uniform portions, rolling each into a perfect sphere. Arrange the rounds on a parchment-lined baking tray with gentle spacing.
- Cloak the formed rolls and permit a secondary rise for 30 minutes, allowing them to become plump and pillowy.
- Heat the oven to 375F (190C). Slide the tray into the preheated environment and bake for 15-18 minutes until they transform into a golden, enticing hue.
- Craft the aromatic glaze by melting butter over low heat. Introduce minced garlic and a whisper of salt, simmering briefly. Incorporate freshly chopped parsley for an extra layer of flavor.
- Immediately after removing from the oven, lavish the hot rolls with the fragrant garlic butter, ensuring each roll glistens with a generous coating.
Notes
- Ensure water temperature is between 100-110°F to activate yeast perfectly without killing it.
- Replace all-purpose flour with whole wheat or gluten-free blend for alternative dietary needs.
- Brush rolls with egg wash before baking to achieve a glossy, golden-brown exterior that looks professionally baked.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese to garlic butter glaze for extra savory depth and rich umami flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg