Garlic Bread Rolls

Garlic Bread Rolls are a scrumptious twist on traditional dinner rolls, infused with the delightful aroma of fresh garlic and sprinkled with herbs. These soft, buttery rolls are perfect for any gathering, whether it’s a festive holiday meal or a casual weeknight dinner. Each bite is a heavenly combination of warm, pillowy bread and a savory garlic spread that will have everyone reaching for seconds.

What makes these rolls truly special is their incredible versatility. Serve them as a side for pasta, soup, or a savory main dish, and watch how they elevate every meal. Your family and friends will adore the comforting flavors, and the best part? They’re simple enough for any home cook to master, making them a favorite at any table!

This is what the finished dish looks like when perfectly baked.

Ingredients

• 4 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 3 1/2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (See notes below for measuring)
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 cup whole or 2% milk (warmed to 110°F)
• 1 large egg (room temperature)
• 1 beaten egg, for brushing the tops
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• Flaky sea salt (for finishing)

Prepare your ingredients so you can create these delightful rolls.

Directions

1. Lightly butter the bottom and sides of a 9×13 pan and set it aside.
2. In a small pot, melt 4 1/2 tablespoons of the unsalted butter and add the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until the garlic is fragrant. Remove from heat and cool while you measure the other ingredients.
3. In a stand mixing bowl, combine 3 1/2 cups + 1 tablespoon of flour, parsley, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add the warmed milk, egg, and the garlic butter mixture from step 2. Knead on low speed with the dough hook until the dough looks smooth and feels soft and tacky, about 10-12 minutes. If the dough is too sticky, add one tablespoon of flour at a time until you have a workable dough.
4. Cut the kneaded dough into 12 equal portions (using a scale for accuracy – aim for about 67 grams each). Shape each piece of dough into a smooth ball, pinching the bottom where the seam comes together. Place the shaped dough balls into the prepared baking pan. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and set in a warm place to rise until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours. Watch the video below for visual aid!
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
6. Brush the tops of the rolls with the beaten egg wash. Bake the dinner rolls for 20-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
7. While the rolls are baking, make the garlic butter. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a pot and add the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in the parsley.
8. When the rolls come out of the oven, immediately brush them with the prepared garlic butter. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired, and serve warm!

Tips & Variations

• Ingredient Substitutions: You can use margarine instead of butter if you prefer a dairy-free option. Also, dried herbs may be substituted for fresh if you have them on hand.
• Optional Variations: Add shredded cheese to the dough for a cheesy garlic bread roll or sprinkle some grated Parmesan on top before baking for an extra flavor boost.
• Storage or Reheating Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a warm oven until heated through.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes (includes rising)
• Servings: 12 rolls
• Difficulty Level: Easy

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Garlic Bread Rolls

210kcal

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Prep 30 minutes mins

Cook 25 minutes mins

Total 2 hours hrs 55 minutes mins

These soft, buttery rolls infused with fresh garlic and herbs are perfect for any gathering, elevating every meal with their comforting flavors.

Servings 12 rolls

Course Appetizer, Sides

Cuisine American

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

• ▢ 4.5 tablespoons unsalted butter For melting
• ▢ 2 tablespoons minced garlic For the dough and garlic butter
• ▢ 3.5 cups all-purpose flour Plus 1 tablespoon for measuring
• ▢ 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• ▢ 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• ▢ 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• ▢ 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• ▢ 1 cup whole or 2% milk, warmed to 110°F
• ▢ 1 large egg, room temperature
• ▢ 1 beaten egg, for brushing the tops

Garlic Butter Topping

• ▢ 2 tablespoons unsalted butter For garlic butter
• ▢ 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• ▢ 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• ▢ Flaky sea salt For finishing

Method

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Preparation

1. Lightly butter the bottom and sides of a 9x13 pan and set it aside.
2. In a small pot, melt 4 1/2 tablespoons of the unsalted butter and add the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until the garlic is fragrant. Remove from heat and cool while you measure the other ingredients.
3. In a stand mixing bowl, combine 3 1/2 cups + 1 tablespoon of flour, parsley, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add the warmed milk, egg, and the garlic butter mixture from step 2.
4. Knead on low speed with the dough hook until the dough looks smooth and feels soft and tacky, about 10-12 minutes. If the dough is too sticky, add one tablespoon of flour at a time until you have a workable dough.
5. Cut the kneaded dough into 12 equal portions. Shape each piece of dough into a smooth ball, pinching the bottom where the seam comes together. Place the shaped dough balls into the prepared baking pan.
6. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and set in a warm place to rise until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

Baking

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Brush the tops of the rolls with the beaten egg wash.
3. Bake the dinner rolls for 20-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
4. While the rolls are baking, make the garlic butter. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a pot and add the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in the parsley.
5. When the rolls come out of the oven, immediately brush them with the prepared garlic butter. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired, and serve warm!

Nutrition

Serving1gCalories210kcalCarbohydrates28gProtein4gFat9gSaturated Fat5gSodium400mgFiber1gSugar1g

Notes

You can use margarine instead of butter for a dairy-free option. Dried herbs may be substituted for fresh. Optional: Add shredded cheese to the dough for cheesy rolls or sprinkle grated Parmesan on top before baking for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a warm oven until heated through.

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