Description
Delight in these soft and fluffy garlic butter bread balls, filled with a savory garlic butter mixture and baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a side dish or appetizer, they are best served warm and can be easily reheated for later enjoyment.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F or 43°C)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish, optional)
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Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the melted butter, egg, and the yeast mixture.
- Mix the ingredients until they come together to form a dough. If too sticky, add more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5-7 minutes.
- Form the dough into a ball, place it in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, sugar, and grated Parmesan cheese (if using).
- Mix until well combined and creamy. Set aside.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a lightly floured surface.
- Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces, roll each into a ball, and flatten slightly.
- Place about 1 tablespoon of garlic butter filling in the center of each flattened dough ball.
- Fold the edges over the filling, pinching to seal tightly. Place seam-side down on a lined baking sheet.
- Cover the baking sheet with a towel and let the dough balls rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) during the last 15 minutes of the second rise.
- Bake the dough balls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
- Optionally, prepare additional garlic butter for drizzling while baking.
- Remove from the oven, cool slightly, and brush with garlic butter. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can add herbs like thyme or oregano to the garlic butter filling.
- These garlic butter bread balls are best served warm and can be enjoyed as a side dish or appetizer.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat in the oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes