If you’re looking for a savory, soft bread with a delicious garlic butter twist, these fluffy garlic butter rolls are the perfect treat! With a soft and pillowy dough, a cheesy center, and a punch of garlic flavor, they are the ultimate comfort food. Whether you’re serving them as a side for dinner or enjoying them as a snack, these rolls will satisfy your cravings. The addition of mozzarella cheese and luncheon meat makes every bite rich and flavorful. Let’s dive into this unique recipe!
Ingredients:
For the Starter:
- 30 grams (2 tablespoons) sourdough starter
- 90 grams (approximately 2/3 cup) of bread flour
- 40 grams (about 3 tablespoons) water
- 15 grams (1 tablespoon) granulated sugar
For the Dough:
- 230 grams (around 1 3/4 cups) of bread flour
- 20 grams (1 1/2 tablespoons) of granulated sugar
- 4 grams (1 teaspoon) salt
- 110 grams (about 1/2 cup) milk
- 1 egg
- 20 grams (1 1/2 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
- All of the sweet stiff starter (from above)
For the Fillings:
- Mozzarella cheese, sliced or shredded
- Thinly sliced luncheon meat
For the Garlic Butter:
- 30 grams (2 tablespoons) softened butter
- 20 grams (about 1 1/2 tablespoons) finely chopped garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- A small bunch of chopped parsley or scallions
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Sweet Stiff Starter:
- In a small bowl, mix together the sourdough starter, bread flour, water, and granulated sugar until a stiff dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rest at room temperature for about 4-6 hours until it doubles in size.
2. Make the Dough:
- In a large bowl, mix together the bread flour, sugar, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and softened butter.
- Add the sweet stiff starter to the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients.
- Knead the dough by hand or using a mixer until it becomes smooth and elastic (about 8-10 minutes). The dough should be soft and slightly sticky but not too wet.
- Cover the bowl with a cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
3. Shape the Rolls:
- After the dough has risen, gently punch it down to expel the air.
- Divide the dough into equal parts, roughly 8-10 pieces.
- Flatten each piece of dough and place a slice of mozzarella cheese and luncheon meat in the center.
- Arrange the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet with the seam side facing down.
- Cover with a cloth and allow them to rise for an additional 30-45 minutes.
4. Prepare the Garlic Butter:
- While the rolls are proofing, prepare the garlic butter by mixing the softened butter, chopped garlic, salt, and parsley (or scallions) in a small bowl.
5. Bake and Finish:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Liberally brush the rolls with the garlic butter mixture.
- Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Once out of the oven, brush them with any remaining garlic butter for extra flavor.
Conclusion:
These fluffy garlic butter rolls with mozzarella and luncheon meat are a delicious combination of soft, cheesy bread with a savory, buttery garlic finish. Perfect for any occasion, these rolls are sure to become a favorite at your dinner table. Serve them warm, and enjoy the gooey, cheesy filling with every bite!