Garlic and Mozzarella Cheese-Stuffed Bread Rolls with Poppy Seeds

Garlic and Mozzarella Cheese-Stuffed Bread Rolls with Poppy Seeds

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• • 70 ml of warm water

• • 70 ml of warm milk
  • 1 teaspoon dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon of sugar

• • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 320 grams of flour

• Half a teaspoon of salt

For the Garlic-Parsley Butter:

• • 60 grams of butter

• • 3 cloves of garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
  • A pinch of salt

• 1 teaspoon honey

For the Filling and Topping:

• • Mozzarella cheese (about 150 grams, cut into small cubes)

• • 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
  • 1 teaspoon of milk (for egg wash)
  • Poppy seeds (for sprinkling)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. 1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm water, warm milk, sugar, and dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy. This is a sign that the yeast is active.
   2. Mix the wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg and add the melted butter. Mix well.
   3. Combine dry ingredients: In another bowl, combine the flour and salt.

1. 1. Form the dough: Gradually add the activated yeast mixture to the egg and butter mixture. Slowly incorporate the flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
   2. Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough feels too sticky, add a little more flour, but avoid making it too dry.
   3. Let the dough rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 2: Prepare the Garlic-Parsley Butter

1. Melt the butter: In a small saucepan, melt the 60 grams of butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Add parsley and honey: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley, salt, and honey. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3: Shape the Rolls

1. 1. Punch down the dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Turn it out onto a floured surface and divide it into 8-10 equal portions, depending on how large you want your rolls.

1. Stuff the rolls: Flatten each portion into a small disc and place a cube of mozzarella cheese in the center. Fold the dough over the cheese and pinch the edges to seal, forming a ball. Repeat with the remaining portions.
2. Arrange the rolls: Place the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced slightly apart. Cover them with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

Step 4: Bake the Rolls

1. 1. Preheat the oven: While the rolls are rising, preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

1. 1. Brush with egg wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and milk to create an egg wash. Brush the top of each roll with the egg wash to give them a beautiful golden color when baked.
   2. Sprinkle with poppy seeds: After brushing with egg wash, sprinkle each roll with poppy seeds for added texture and flavor.
   3. Bake the rolls: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.

Step 5: Serve

1. Brush with garlic butter: As soon as the rolls come out of the oven, brush them generously with the garlic-parsley butter.
2. Serve warm: Serve the rolls while they’re warm, allowing the mozzarella cheese inside to be perfectly melted and gooey.

Nutritional Facts (Per Roll):

• • Calories: 250 kcal

• • Protein: 9 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 25 grams
  • Fat: 13 grams

• Fiber: 1 gram
• Sodium: 320 mg
• Sugar: 2 grams