Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare the Dough

   In a large bowl, combine 230 g (1 cup) lukewarm milk, 50 g (1/4 cup) granulated sugar, and 7 g (2 1/4 tsp / 1 packet) fast action yeast. Crack in 2 eggs. Add 540 g (4 1/4 cups) bread flour, 10 g (1 3/4 tsp) salt, and 75 g (1/3 cup) soft unsalted butter. Knead the mixture for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

2. 2.First Rise

   Place the kneaded dough in an oiled bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

3. 3.Roll Out the Dough

   Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down to release the air. Lightly oil your work surface. Roll the dough into a large rectangle, approximately 53 cm (20.9 inches) by 40 cm (15.7 inches).

4. 4.Prepare and Spread Garlic Butter

   In a separate bowl, mix together 140 g (10 tbsp) very soft unsalted butter, 30 g (6 cloves / 2 tbsp) finely grated garlic, 5 g (1 tsp) salt, 8 g (2 tbsp) chopped parsley, and 8 g (2 tbsp) chopped chives. Spread this garlic butter mixture evenly across the rolled-out dough, leaving a tiny border on one side to help with rolling.

5. 5.Add Cheese

   Sprinkle 250 g (2 cups) shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the garlic butter. Follow with 120 g (1 cup) shredded cheddar cheese. Optionally, sprinkle 35-50 g (1/3 cup - 1/2 cup) grated parmesan cheese.

6. 6.Roll and Cut the Dough

   Carefully roll the dough into a tight log, starting from the long side. Roll slowly and tightly, keeping it even to avoid gaps. Trim off any uneven ends. Using a thread or unflavored dental floss, slide it under the log, cross it over the top, and pull to cut the log into 8-12 individual rolls (the video shows 8 rolls).

7. 7.Second Rise

   Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. Arrange the cut rolls in the prepared pan. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and let the rolls rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until they are visibly puffy.

8. 8.Bake the Rolls

   Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Before baking, lightly brush the tops of the rolls with an egg wash (1 egg whisked with 1 tbsp milk or water). Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

9. 9.Prepare and Brush Herb Butter

   While the rolls are baking, prepare the finishing herb butter. In a small bowl, combine 45 g (3 tbsp) melted salted butter (add a pinch of salt if using unsalted butter), 4 g (1 tbsp) chopped parsley, and 4 g (1 tbsp) chopped chives. Mix well. Immediately after taking the hot rolls out of the oven, brush them generously with this herb butter mixture.

10. 10.Serve

    Serve the cheesy garlic rolls warm and enjoy their soft texture and cheesy, garlicky flavor.