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Cheese Stick Rolls

Warm, golden rolls filled with melting cheese, topped with butter and sugar for a sweet finish.
Prep Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 16 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 3 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon instant yeast
  • 1 cup milk Warm milk (about 105-110°F / 40-43°C)
  • 2 medium eggs At room temperature
  • 1 stick unsalted butter Softened
Filling and Topping Ingredients
  • 16 pieces cheese sticks Mozzarella or mild meltable cheese recommended
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter For brushing
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar For topping

Method
 

Making the Dough
  1. Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Sprinkle the instant yeast over the mixture and mix it in gently.
  2. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add warm milk and eggs into the well. Beat them together gently with a fork.
  3. Stir in the rest of the flour mixture until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough until smooth (about 10 minutes) and passes the windowpane test.
  5. Form into a ball, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
Shaping and Baking
  1. Punch down the dough, divide into 16 equal pieces, and shape each into a 4x4 inch square.
  2. Place a cheese stick at one end, roll it up while tucking in the sides, and seal.
  3. Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 30 minutes).
  4. Preheat oven to 160 degrees C and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  5. Cool slightly, then brush with softened butter and sprinkle with sugar.

Notes

Serve warm, with cheese still soft. Pairs beautifully with coffee or herbal tea. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours, or refrigerate for longer storage.