Description
These 30-minute garlic Parmesan dinner rolls are soft, fluffy, and full of savory flavor, making them the perfect quick side dish for weeknight dinners, holiday meals, or cozy comfort food cravings. Ready in just half an hour, they’re brushed with a rich garlic-Parmesan butter and finished with fresh parsley for an irresistible homemade touch.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp sugar
2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
½ tsp salt
¾ cup warm water
2 tbsp olive oil
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
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Add flour and salt. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.
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Shape dough into 8 small rolls and place on a greased baking sheet. Let rise for 10–15 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Bake rolls for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown.
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While rolls bake, melt butter in a small saucepan. Sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan.
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Brush garlic-Parmesan butter over warm rolls. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
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Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
Substitute Parmesan with mozzarella or Asiago for a twist.
Add herbs like Italian seasoning to the dough or butter for more depth.
For heat, include red pepper flakes in the garlic butter.
Try stuffing with a cube of cheese before baking for a gooey center.
Store at room temp for 2 days, or refrigerate up to 5 days. Reheat in oven or microwave.
Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 rolls
- Calories: 170 kcal
