Description
These soft, fluffy dinner rolls are infused with garlic and fresh herbs, then brushed with rich herb butter for a savory, golden finish. Perfect for holiday meals or cozy dinners, they combine the appeal of homemade bread with the flavors of garlic bread.
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, grated or finely minced
- 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh herbs (chives, parsley, thyme)
- 1 cup warm water (110°F to 115°F)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
- 3 tablespoons garlic & herb butter (from above)
- ½ cup whole milk or 2% milk, warmed
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for kneading
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- Flaky sea salt, for finishing
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add garlic and herbs, cooking gently for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat. Reserve 3 tablespoons for the dough; set the rest aside for brushing.
- In a large bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Stir to dissolve, add yeast, let sit for 1 minute, then stir again.
- Add reserved herb butter and warm milk. Mix to combine.
- Gradually add flour, about 1 cup at a time, mixing as you go. Add salt while mixing. Knead dough for 7–8 minutes until soft, smooth, and slightly tacky.
- Form into a ball and place in a greased bowl. Cover and let rise for 30–45 minutes until doubled in size.
- Punch down dough and transfer to a floured surface. Divide into 15 equal portions and shape into smooth balls.
- Arrange in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish in 3 rows of 5. Cover and let rise for another 20–30 minutes until puffy.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Beat egg with a splash of water for egg wash and brush tops of rolls.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and fully baked.
- Remove from oven and immediately brush with remaining garlic herb butter. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and serve warm.
Notes
- Mix and match herbs like rosemary, sage, or dill for variety.
- For cheesy rolls, knead in ½ cup grated Parmesan or cheddar.
- Add red pepper flakes to the butter for a mild kick.
- Use half whole wheat flour for a heartier version—extend rise time.
- Dried herbs can be substituted using one-third the amount.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
