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Gooey Stuffed Bread rolls

Gooey Stuffed Bread Rolls

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 10 Rolls

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or dough whisk
  • Rolling Pin (or use a drinking glass as a substitute)
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry Brush (or the back of a spoon)

Ingredients
  

For the Dough (makes about 10 rolls)

  • 2 ¼ teaspoons 1 packet instant yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ¾ cup warm milk about 110°F
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour plus a little extra for dusting

For the Filling

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella use homemade cheese if you have it for extra flavor!
  • ½ cup cooked and crumbled sausage or chopped pepperoni optional
  • ¼ cup sautéed onions or bell peppers
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

For Topping

  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley optional
  • Extra grated parmesan or cheddar optional

Instructions
 

Activate the Yeast

  1. In a large bowl, mix warm milk with sugar and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it looks foamy — that’s your sign it’s ready.

Make the Dough

  1. Stir in olive oil, salt, and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. This is a quick rise bread, so no need for a long proofing time.
    mixing bowl with ingredients mid-combine flour, olive oil, and salt being stirred together

Make the Filling

  1. In a medium bowl, combine shredded mozzarella, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and any optional add-ins like cooked sausage, pepperoni, or sautéed veggies. Mix well until everything is evenly distributed. If you're using homemade cheese, crumble or shred it before mixing for easier filling.

Roll and Fill

  1. Divide the dough into 10 pieces. Flatten each piece into a small circle (about the size of your palm). Add a spoonful of your cheesy filling in the center, then pinch the dough closed and roll gently into a ball.
    ten evenly divided pieces smooth, round dough balls

Final Rise

  1. Place the stuffed rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, seam side down. Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rest for 10 minutes — just enough time for the dough to puff slightly.

Bake

  1. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder. Bake at 375°F for 18 minutes, or until golden and puffy.

Finish & Serve

  1. Right after baking, brush with more butter and sprinkle on parsley or extra cheese if you like. Serve warm — they’re best when the filling is still gooey.