Can I make garlic butter bread rolls ahead of time?

Yes! You can shape the rolls, place them in your baking dish, cover tightly, and refrigerate overnight. Let them sit at room temperature for about 45 minutes before baking. This makes them perfect for holidays or busy weeknights.

Can I freeze the dough or baked rolls?

Absolutely. Freeze the shaped dough balls (before the second rise) on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. Thaw and let rise before baking. Baked rolls also freeze well, just wrap them tightly and reheat in the oven when needed.

What’s the best flour for these garlic butter bread rolls?

All-purpose flour works great, but for slightly chewier rolls, you can use bread flour. Just be aware that bread flour absorbs more liquid, so you might need an extra tablespoon of milk.

How do I keep the rolls soft for longer?

Store them in an airtight container or wrap them in foil once cooled. To revive softness, microwave for 10–15 seconds or wrap in foil and warm in the oven. You can even serve them alongside soups or casseroles like Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal for cozy leftovers.

Garlic Butter Bread Rolls: Soft, Buttery Perfection

Name: Garlic Butter Bread Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: PT-489073H20M47S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup warm milk; 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast; 1 tbsp sugar; 1 tsp salt; 1 egg; 3 tbsp unsalted butter (melted); ¼ cup butter (for garlic topping); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Ingredients

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3 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 cup warm milk

2 ¼ tsp instant yeast

1 tbsp sugar

1 tsp salt

1 egg

3 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)

¼ cup butter (for garlic topping)

3 cloves garlic (minced)

1 tbsp chopped parsley

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Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.

2. Add warm milk, egg, and melted butter. Mix to form dough.

3. Knead dough on floured surface for 8 minutes.

4. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.

5. Punch down, divide into 12 pieces, and roll into balls.

6. Place in a baking dish and let rise for 30 minutes.

7. Meanwhile, melt butter and sauté garlic, add parsley.

8. Brush rolls with half the garlic butter.

9. Bake at 375°F for 18–20 minutes.

10. Brush with remaining garlic butter and serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh garlic for best flavor.

Freeze shaped rolls before second rise if prepping ahead.

Great with soups, pastas, or on its own.

Author: Chef Saly
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Category: Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 160
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 30mg