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Bacon & Cheese Rolls with Garlic Butter – Pure Comfort Bliss

Irresistibly soft and fluffy Bacon & Cheese Rolls with savory garlic butter, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Proofing Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Heat to 120-130°F
  • 2 teaspoons Dry Active Yeast Can use instant yeast
  • 2 tablespoons White Granulated Sugar Can substitute with honey or agave
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Reduce if using salted butter
  • 4 tablespoons Butter (Melted) Can substitute with olive oil
  • 2 large Eggs Can replace with flaxseed meal mixed with water
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free blend
Filling
  • 1 cup Smoked Bacon (Diced) Can use turkey bacon
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (Grated) Can substitute with strong-flavored cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated) Nutritional yeast can be used as dairy-free alternative
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Parsley & Dill) Can substitute with mixed dried herbs
Garlic Butter Topping
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Can use garlic powder

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking pan

Method
 

Prepare Dough
  1. Heat the whole milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it reaches 120-130°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk with dry active yeast and white granulated sugar. Allow this mixture to sit for about 5 minutes, until frothy.
  2. Stir in melted butter, eggs, and sea salt. Gradually add all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough begins to form.
Knead
  1. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 5-6 minutes until smooth and slightly sticky. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let proof in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare Fillings
  1. Cook diced smoked bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Mix melted butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a pinch of sea salt for the garlic butter.
  2. Grate cheddar and parmesan cheese, and chop any additional fresh herbs.
Shape Rolls
  1. Once the dough has doubled in size, punch it down and roll it out into a large square. Spread a layer of seasoned garlic butter, then layer with grated cheddar, bacon bits, and herbs. Roll into a log shape and cut into 12 equal pieces.
Proof Again
  1. Arrange cut rolls in a greased baking pan with space between for rising. Cover with a towel and let proof for 30-45 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F.
Bake
  1. Once the rolls have risen, bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until tops are golden brown.
Garlic Butter Topping
  1. Melt more butter if needed, mix with pressed garlic and chopped parsley. Brush over warm rolls after baking.

Notes

These rolls are perfect for meal prep and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature.