Description
Cheesy Garlic Monkey Bread is a delicious pull-apart bread made with Rhodes frozen dinner rolls dipped in garlic butter and loaded with gooey mozzarella cheese. Baked until golden and bubbly, it’s perfect for sharing as a savory appetizer or snack alongside marinara sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Garlic Butter
- 6 to 8 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian parsley (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Main
- 20 Rhodes frozen dinner rolls
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: Melt the salted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Add the minced garlic and Italian parsley (if using), then mix well to combine the flavors.
- Dip the Rolls: Take each frozen dinner roll and fully coat it by dipping it into the prepared garlic butter, ensuring an even coverage for flavor and a crispy crust.
- Arrange in a Circular Pattern: Spray a baking pan such as a pizza stone, cast iron skillet, or baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Arrange the coated rolls in two close circular rows so they will rise vertically and bake evenly.
- Let the Rolls Rise: Cover the pan with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let the rolls rise in a warm place until they have doubled in size, usually 2-3 hours or about 90 minutes in a warmer environment.
- Add the Cheese: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the risen rolls, covering each thoroughly. Optionally, sprinkle red pepper flakes for a spicy touch.
- Bake Until Bubbly: Bake the monkey bread for 24 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch closely to avoid over-browning.
- Serve: Serve the cheesy garlic monkey bread warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- This monkey bread is soft, buttery, and cheesy with a flavorful garlic butter coating that creates a golden crispy crust.
- Using Rhodes frozen dinner rolls allows for a fluffy interior that’s easy to pull apart.
- You can substitute mozzarella with other melting cheeses like cheddar or provolone for variation.
- For extra garlic flavor, you can add a bit of garlic powder to the butter mixture.
- Make sure to watch the baking closely to prevent the cheese from burning.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture as the bread is best enjoyed warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 177 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 322 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 16 mg
