Description
These Garlic Bread Rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with rich garlic and herb flavors. Perfect as a side for dinner or served warm as a savory snack, these homemade rolls use an easy kneading and rising method followed by baking to achieve golden, aromatic perfection.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 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)
Topping and Finishing
- 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)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Lightly butter the bottom and sides of a 9×13-inch baking pan, then set aside for later use.
- Make Garlic Butter for Dough: In a small pot, melt 4 1/2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic. Cook gently for 1-2 minutes until garlic is fragrant, then remove from heat and allow to cool while you measure other ingredients.
- Mix and Knead Dough: In a stand mixer bowl, combine 3 1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon sugar, 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast, and 1 teaspoon fine sea salt. Add the warmed milk (110°F), 1 large room temperature egg, and the cooled garlic butter mixture. Using the dough hook attachment, knead on low speed for about 10-12 minutes until the dough is smooth, soft, and slightly tacky. Add flour by tablespoon if dough is too sticky until workable.
- Shape and Rise: Divide dough into 12 equal portions (about 67 grams each). Shape each piece into a smooth ball, pinching the seams to seal at the bottom. Place the rolls into the buttered baking pan, cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (180°C) to preheat while dough completes rising.
- Apply Egg Wash and Bake: Brush the tops of the risen rolls with beaten egg to achieve a shiny, golden crust. Bake for 20-30 minutes until rolls are golden brown on top.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Topping: While rolls bake, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a small pot and add 1 tablespoon minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley.
- Finish Rolls: When rolls come out of the oven, immediately brush them generously with the prepared garlic butter topping. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top to taste. Serve warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Measure flour carefully by spooning into the cup and leveling it off to avoid dense dough.
- Use a kitchen scale for dividing dough to ensure even roll sizes and uniform baking.
- Let dough rise in a warm, draft-free environment to help it double in size efficiently.
- If dough is sticky after kneading, add flour one tablespoon at a time to avoid over drying.
- Use fresh garlic for richest flavor in both the dough and butter topping.
- Egg wash helps create a shiny surface and promotes even browning during baking.
- Flaky sea salt adds a nice crunch and flavor contrast as a finishing touch.
