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Creamy and Herb-Filled Rolls Recipe

Creamy and Herb-Filled Rolls Recipe

Livy Lane
If you want the perfect side dish, try this Creamy and Herb-Filled Rolls Recipe today. Learning how to make Creamy and Herb-Filled Rolls is a game-changer for any home cook.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Side dish / Bread
Cuisine American / Homemade
Servings 12
Calories 185 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast 2 ¼ tsp
  • 1 cup warm milk not hot
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons softened butter
  • 4 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives minced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 egg for egg wash

Instructions
 

Activate the Yeast

  • Mix the warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Let it sit for about five to ten minutes. Wait until the mixture becomes foamy and smells like fresh bread.

Mix the Dough

  • In your large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and softened butter. Pour in the yeast mixture and stir until a soft dough begins to form.

Knead the Dough

  • Knead the dough on a floured surface for about eight minutes. Do this until the dough feels smooth, stretchy, and no longer sticks to your hands.

Let the Dough Rise

  • Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it tightly. Leave it in a warm spot for one hour. The dough should double in size during this time.

Prepare the Creamy Herb Filling

  • In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, parsley, chives, and garlic powder. Stir them together until the herbs are spread evenly through the cream cheese.

Shape and Fill the Rolls

  • Punch the dough down and divide it into twelve equal pieces. Flatten each piece, place a teaspoon of filling inside, and pinch the edges to seal.

Second Rise

  • Place the filled rolls into a greased baking pan. Cover them and let them rise again for thirty minutes. This makes the rolls extra light and fluffy.

Bake the Rolls

  • Brush the tops with a beaten egg for a golden shine. Bake at 375°F for twenty to twenty-five minutes. The rolls should be a beautiful golden brown color.

Notes

  • Check Milk Temperature: Make sure your milk is warm but never boiling. Hot milk will kill the yeast and the bread will not rise.
  • Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh parsley and chives give much more flavor than dried herbs.
  • Add Cheese: Sprinkle some parmesan cheese on top before baking for a salty crust. If you love that buttery, cheesy combo on baked goods, you might also enjoy this fluffy biscuit recipe baked in a butter bath — it's a crowd-pleaser at any table.
  • Spicy Twist: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cream cheese filling.
  • Honey Butter: Brush the hot rolls with honey butter for a sweet and salty taste.
  • Whole Wheat: You can replace half of the white flour with whole wheat flour.
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