Description
These soft, golden Garlic Bread Rolls are buttery, fluffy, and bursting with fresh garlic flavor. Perfect as a side for pasta, soups, or holiday dinners, they’re brushed with garlicky parsley butter for an irresistible aroma and taste. Every bite melts in your mouth with savory comfort.
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 (43°C)
- 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
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Base: In a small skillet, melt 4 1/2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30–45 seconds. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until slightly foamy. Add in the egg, salt, cooled garlic butter, and 3 1/2 cups of flour. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Knead on a lightly floured surface for about 8–10 minutes (or with a stand mixer for 5–6 minutes) until smooth and elastic. If dough is too sticky, add up to 1 tablespoon more flour.
- First Rise: Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
- Shape the Rolls: Punch down dough and divide into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a smooth ball and place them on a parchment-lined baking pan, spaced evenly apart.
- Second Rise: Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes, or until puffy.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush tops of rolls with beaten egg. Bake for 18–22 minutes, until golden brown.
- Make the Garlic Butter Topping: While rolls bake, melt 2 tablespoons butter with 1 tablespoon garlic and 1 tablespoon parsley in a small saucepan.
- Finish: As soon as rolls come out of the oven, brush them generously with the warm garlic butter. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and extra parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Use a kitchen scale for precise flour measurement. If using cups, spoon flour into the cup and level with a knife—don’t scoop directly from the bag.
- For a cheesy twist, sprinkle shredded mozzarella or parmesan on top before baking.
- These rolls freeze well! Store cooled rolls in a freezer bag up to 2 months; reheat in the oven before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes (plus 90 minutes rise time)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread, Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired