Garlic Bread Rolls

Soft, fluffy dinner rolls bursting with rich garlic flavor. These homemade rolls are made with fresh garlic in the dough and generously brushed with garlic herb butter once they’re baked! Perfect for any meal or as a delicious side dish.

Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12

Ingredients:

• For the Dough:
  • 4 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 3 1/2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 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
• For the Garlic Butter:
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • Flaky sea salt, for finishing

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly butter the bottom and sides of a 9×13 baking pan and set it aside.
2. Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small pot, melt 4 1/2 tablespoons butter and add the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
3. Make Dough: In a stand mixer, combine the flour, parsley, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add the warm milk, egg, and cooled garlic butter. Knead on low speed with the dough hook for about 10-12 minutes, until the dough is smooth and tacky. If the dough is too sticky, add flour one tablespoon at a time until it’s workable.
4. Shape Dough: Divide the dough into 12 equal portions (approximately 67g each). Shape each into a smooth ball by pinching the seam at the bottom. Place the rolls in the prepared baking pan, seam-side down. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, until doubled in size.
5. Bake: Brush the tops of the rolls with the beaten egg wash. Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
6. Make Garlic Butter: While the rolls are baking, prepare the garlic butter. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a small pot and add the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes, then stir in the parsley.
7. Finish Rolls: Once the rolls are done, immediately brush them with the garlic butter and sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired. Serve warm.

Notes:

• Measuring Flour: For the best results, avoid scooping flour directly with the measuring cup. Instead, fluff the flour, spoon it into the measuring cup, and level it off. A kitchen scale is also ideal for accuracy.
• Using Active Dry Yeast: If using active dry yeast instead of instant yeast, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk with a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes to foam, then continue with the recipe as directed. Allow the dough to rise until doubled before shaping.
• Storage: These rolls are best enjoyed the day they’re made but can be stored for 2-3 days in an airtight container at room temperature.
• Freezing: After baking, allow the rolls to cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to one month.
• Make Ahead: Shape the dough, place in the pan, and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight. Let the dough rise at room temperature the next day before baking.
• Reheating: To serve warm, cover rolls with foil and bake at 350°F until heated through, or microwave for 20-30 seconds.

Enjoy these garlic bread rolls as the perfect addition to any meal!