Mini Cheesy Garlic

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🥖 Mini Cheesy Garlic Butter Rolls (10/10 Snack-Battle Worthy)

“Fair warning: these tiny rolls started a serious snack battle in my house. Definitely a 10/10—would make again.”

Introduction

Every home has that one snack that turns peaceful people into competitive grazers.
These mini cheesy garlic butter rolls are THAT snack.

Soft, golden, buttery, and bursting with garlic aroma, they disappear the moment they hit the table. They’re bite-sized, addictive, family-approved, and dangerously easy to make. Whether you’re hosting a party, feeding hungry kids, or just craving warm comfort food, these rolls deliver every time.

If you make them once, you’ll make them again — because someone will demand it.


History

These rolls are inspired by two classics:

  • European pull-apart dinner rolls
  • Italian garlic bread

Over time, home cooks started combining them into one irresistible hybrid: soft dough baked in tiny portions, brushed with melted garlic butter, and finished with cheese. They rose to popularity in the 2000s because they were cheap, quick, and perfect for potlucks and busy families.

This modern version adds fluffiness, extra butter, and a gooey cheesy center — the ultimate evolution.


Formation (How the Magic Happens)

  1. Dough forms a soft structure.
  2. Small pieces are rolled into mini balls for individual bites.
  3. Butter & garlic seep into the dough, creating layers of flavor.
  4. Cheese melts into the center (optional but highly encouraged).
  5. Baking brings a golden crust and tender interior.

Tiny form. Huge flavor.


Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp instant yeast
  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 1 egg (optional, for richer dough)

For the Garlic Butter

  • 4 tbsp butter, melted
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Optional Filling

  • Mozzarella cubes or shredded mozzarella
  • Parmesan (for topping)

Instructions

1. Make the Dough

  1. In a bowl, mix warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour, salt, melted butter, and egg (if using).
  3. Mix until a dough forms, then knead 5–7 minutes until smooth.
  4. Cover and let rise 1 hour or until doubled in size.

2. Shape the Mini Rolls

  1. Punch down the dough and divide into 24–30 tiny pieces.
  2. Roll each into a small ball.
  3. (Optional) Stuff each ball with a small cube of mozzarella.
  4. Arrange on a greased baking dish or muffin tin.

3. Add Garlic Butter

  1. Mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  2. Brush generously over the rolls.
  3. Sprinkle Parmesan if desired.

4. Bake

  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–18 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Brush again with warm garlic butter after baking.

5. Serve

Serve warm. But be prepared… people will fight for the last one.


Methods (Expanded)

Kneading Method

  • Kneading develops gluten, giving the rolls their soft, stretchy interior.
  • A well-kneaded dough will spring back when poked.

Fluffy Roll Method

  • Warm milk = faster rising.
  • Adding egg = richer, softer texture.
  • Letting dough fully rise = lighter rolls.

Flavor Absorption Method

  • Brushing garlic butter before and after baking locks in flavor.
  • Stuffed mozzarella melts into perfect cheesy pockets.

Lovers (Who Loves These Rolls?)

Food Lovers

Perfect for:

  • Carb lovers
  • Cheese addicts
  • Garlic enthusiasts
  • Midnight snackers
  • Families who love shareable food

Occasion Lovers

These rolls shine during:

  • Game nights
  • Potlucks
  • Movie nights
  • Holiday tables
  • Kids’ parties

People Lovers

These rolls bring together:

  • Friends gathering around warm food
  • Couples cooking together
  • Families sharing homemade comfort
  • Anyone who believes “one more roll” is always reasonable

Conclusion

Mini rolls, major flavor.
This recipe proves that simple dough, garlic butter, and cheese can transform into a snack worthy of a family feud. They’re soft, golden, fluffy, and unforgettable — a guaranteed 10/10 whenever you put them on the table.

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