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Golden cheesy garlic rolls baked fresh, oozing melted cheese and brushed with garlic butter, served warm on a tray.

Cheesy Garlic Rolls Recipe – Easy Homemade Bread Appetizer Idea

This cheesy garlic rolls recipe is an easy homemade bread appetizer idea—soft rolls stuffed with gooey cheese, brushed with garlic butter, and baked golden for the perfect party snack. (Keyword added: “easy homemade bread appetizer idea”)
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer, Party Snack, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Italian-inspired
Servings 12 rolls
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish or cast iron skillet
  • Pastry brush
  • Knife + cutting board
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 12 dinner rolls (homemade or store-bought)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Garlic Butter: Mix softened butter with garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Assemble Rolls: Slice rolls slightly open. Fill with mozzarella and Parmesan. Brush generously with garlic butter.
  • Bake: Arrange rolls in a cast-iron skillet or baking dish. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  • Finish: Brush hot rolls with extra garlic butter for shine and flavor.
  • Serve: Enjoy warm, ideally with marinara dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated cheese for smooth melting.
  •  Avoid overbaking—remove once golden brown.
  •  Mini rolls make perfect bite-sized appetizers.
  •  Freeze unbaked rolls for future baking.
  •  Best enjoyed warm straight from the oven.
Keyword baked rolls, cheesy garlic rolls, Comfort Food, garlic bread with cheese, party appetizer