Description
Cheesy Garlic Monkey Bread is a delightful, pull-apart bread made with soft Rhodes frozen dinner rolls dipped in garlic butter and loaded with melted mozzarella cheese. Baked to golden perfection, this appetizer or side dish boasts a crispy crust outside and fluffy, cheesy, garlicky bites inside, perfect for sharing at gatherings or as a tasty snack.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 20 Rhodes Frozen Dinner Rolls
- 6 to 8 Tablespoons Salted Butter (melted)
- 3 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian Parsley (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: Begin by melting the salted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Add the minced garlic and Italian parsley (if using) to the melted butter and mix well to combine the flavors evenly.
- Dip the Rolls: Take each frozen dinner roll and fully dip it into the garlic butter mixture, coating it thoroughly. This step infuses the rolls with rich garlic flavor and will help create a golden, crispy crust when baked.
- Arrange in a Circular Pattern: Spray your chosen pan - whether a pizza stone, cast iron skillet, or baking sheet - with non-stick cooking spray. Arrange the coated rolls closely in two circular rows to allow them to rise vertically and bake evenly, making the bread easy to pull apart later.
- Let the Rolls Rise: Cover the arranged rolls with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let them rise in a warm place until doubled in size, approximately 2 to 3 hours. In a warmer environment, this can take about 90 minutes.
- Add the Cheese: Once risen, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the rolls. Optionally, add red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
- Bake Until Bubbly: Bake the monkey bread in the preheated oven for 18 to 24 minutes until the rolls turn golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch closely towards the end to prevent over-browning.
- Serve with Marinara Sauce: Allow the bread to cool just slightly, then serve warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping. Enjoy the cheesy, garlicky pull-apart goodness!
Notes
- You can substitute mozzarella with other melting cheeses like cheddar or provolone for different flavor profiles.
- For extra herb flavor, sprinkle additional parsley or Italian seasoning on top before baking.
- If short on time, rising can be accelerated by placing the rolls in a warm oven (turned off) or near a warm appliance.
- Serve immediately for the best cheesy pull-apart texture; leftovers can be warmed briefly in the oven.
- Ensure rolls are spaced closely, but not touching, to allow proper rising and pull-apart effect.