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Bacon & Cheese Rolls with Garlic Butter

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Bacon & Cheese Rolls with Garlic Butter

Delicious Bacon & Cheese Rolls with Garlic Butter make for irresistible snacks that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
First Proof 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Warm to 120°F–130°F
  • 2 teaspoons Dry Active Yeast Ensure it's fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar No substitutes needed
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Essential for flavor
  • 1/2 cup Butter (Melted) Oil can substitute
  • 2 large Large Eggs Use room-temperature eggs
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Adjust based on humidity
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Smoked Bacon Opt for thick-cut
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with gouda or mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can be omitted
  • 1/2 cup Seasoned Butter With garlic, onion, and herbs
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley & Dill Substitute with other herbs if preferred
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Garlic Butter Use fresh garlic

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • saucepan
  • Baking Dish
  • Rolling Pin
  • Serrated knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm whole milk to 120°F–130°F, whisk in yeast and sugar, and let sit until frothy.
  2. Combining melted butter, eggs, and salt, add yeast mixture and mix in flour to form a soft dough.
  3. Knead dough for 5-6 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for about 1 hour until doubled.
  5. Cook bacon, dice it, and sauté until crispy; drain on a paper towel.
  6. Combine cooled bacon, cheeses, herbs, and melted butter in a bowl.
  7. Roll out dough, spread filling, roll up tightly, and slice into 12 pieces.
  8. Let rolls rise in a greased dish for 30-45 minutes, then preheat oven to 350°F.
  9. Bake rolls for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding.
  10. Prepare garlic butter and brush over warm rolls after baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure yeast is fresh and milk is not overheated for the best results.

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