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Bacon & Cheese Rolls with Garlic Butter

Bacon & Cheese Rolls with Garlic Butter

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Delightfully fluffy Bacon & Cheese Rolls with Garlic Butter are the ultimate comfort food, featuring smoky bacon, rich cheeses, and a buttery garlic topping.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Proofing Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Heated to 120-130°F
  • 2 teaspoons Dry Active Yeast Can substitute with instant yeast
  • 2 tablespoons White Granulated Sugar Honey is a good substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Less if using table salt
  • 4 tablespoons Butter (Melted) Use margarine for dairy-free
  • 1 large Eggs Flax eggs for vegan version
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Bread flour for chewier texture
Filling Ingredients
  • 8 oz Smoked Bacon (Diced) Turkey bacon is a leaner option
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (Grated)
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated)
  • 4 tablespoons Butter (For Filling)
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Herbs (Smoked Paprika, Dried Garlic, Dried Onion, Dried Basil, Dried Oregano) Combine to enhance flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Chopped Parsley Chives are a lovely alternative
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Chopped Dill
  • 3 stalks Green Onions Regular onions can be substituted
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Garlic powder can replace
Topping Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons Butter (Melted) Same as for filling
  • 2 cloves Garlic Adjust quantity to taste
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can substitute with other herbs

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Heat whole milk in a saucepan until 120-130°F. Combine warm milk, sugar, and dry active yeast in a bowl, allowing to sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix in melted butter, eggs, and sea salt. Gradually add all-purpose flour, kneading for 5-6 minutes until smooth.
Proofing the Dough
  1. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, covering with a damp cloth or plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
Prepare Fillings
  1. Cook diced bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until crispy. Drain grease and let cool. In a bowl, mix together cheddar, parmesan, fresh herbs, and melted butter.
Shaping the Rolls
  1. Punch down risen dough gently and roll into a large square on a floured surface. Spread seasoned butter over dough, sprinkle bacon and cheese mixture on top, then roll tightly and cut into 12 pieces, placing in a greased baking dish.
Final Proofing
  1. Cover shaped rolls with a cloth and allow to rise for another 30-45 minutes until doubled.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 35-40 minutes until golden brown. Check for a beautiful light hue and delightful aroma.
Garlic Butter Topping
  1. Melt butter and combine with pressed garlic and fresh parsley. Brush over warm rolls after baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These rolls freeze well; shape them before freezing for easy baking later. Adjust the type of cheese according to your taste for unique flavors.

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