Easy Cheddar Cheese Rolls

Easy Cheddar Cheese Rolls – Your New Favorite Comfort Food

Freshly baked rolls straight from the oven have always been my family's go-to comfort food. But when those rolls are generously topped with melted, golden cheddar, they instantly become irresistible! These Easy Cheddar Cheese Rolls have a wonderfully soft, airy inside and a perfectly crispy, cheesy topping—effortlessly delicious every single time.

Equipment Needed:

•  Large mixing bowl
•  Stand mixer with dough hook (optional but helpful!)
•  Whisk
•  Large baking sheet (rimmed)
•  Pastry brush
•  Wire cooling rack

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 1 cup warm milk (105-115°F / 40-46°C)
• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
• 1 large egg (room temperature)
• 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting

For the Topping:

• 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

Instructions:

1. Activate the Yeast: In your mixing bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle yeast over the top and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2. Make the Dough: To the yeast mixture, add melted butter, egg, and salt. Mix well. Gradually incorporate the flour until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Knead Until Smooth: Using a stand mixer with a dough hook, knead on medium-low speed for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. If kneading by hand, do so on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes.
4. First Rise: Place dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm, draft-free spot for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. Shape Rolls & Second Rise: Punch dough down, then divide into 12-14 equal portions. Shape into smooth balls and arrange on a greased baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between them. Cover and let rise again for 30-45 minutes.
6. Prepare for Baking: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) about 15 minutes before rolls finish rising. Melt butter for brushing.
7. Cheesy Topping: Brush rolls gently with melted butter and generously sprinkle shredded cheddar on top.
8. Bake to Perfection: Bake rolls for 15-20 minutes, until they're golden brown and cheese is bubbly and crisp.
9. Cool and Enjoy: Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm and savor every cheesy bite!

📝 Extra Tips or Variations:

• Sprinkle some garlic powder or chopped herbs like parsley or chives on top for extra flavor.
• Experiment with other cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack for a tasty twist.
• Serve alongside soups or stews for a hearty meal!

❤️ Final Thoughts: Warm, fluffy, and dripping with cheese—these rolls never fail to impress. Perfectly comforting and deliciously easy, they're sure to become your family's new favorite!

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Easy Cheddar Cheese Rolls

Soft, fluffy rolls topped with crispy golden cheddar cheese, perfect for every meal or snack.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs 40 minutes mins

Servings: 14 rolls

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup warm milk
• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup melted unsalted butter
• 1 large egg
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter for topping

Equipment

• Large mixing bowl
• Stand mixer with dough hook (optional but helpful!)
• whisk
• Large baking sheet (rimmed)
• pastry brush
• Wire cooling rack

Method

 

1. Activate yeast with warm milk and sugar.
2. Add butter, egg, salt, and flour. Form dough.
3. Knead dough until smooth and elastic.
4. First rise for 1-1.5 hours.
5. Shape rolls, second rise 30-45 minutes.
6. Preheat oven to 375°F.
7. Brush rolls with butter and add cheddar topping.
8. Bake 15-20 mins until golden and bubbly.
9. Cool slightly and enjoy warm!

Notes

Add garlic powder or fresh herbs for extra flavor.

Substitute different cheeses to your preference.