I’m gonna share with you the way most of my Saturday mornings go: Andy – “What do you have to do today?” Me: ” Well- I have to bake something- I have nothing to blog on Monday! What do you feel like? What should I make? What do we have in the fridge? Will you run to the store for me?”
I mean it’s pretty much spot on. (In fact Andy is sitting next to me nodding.) What can I say? I’m not very good at planning ahead. More often than not- I have absolutely no idea of what I’m making until minutes before- when I beg Andy to run to the store to buy me ingredients. (And he always sweetly agrees.)
In the case of these buns, I was in the mood for something savory so I ran with that. We had some leftover lentil soup in the fridge that desperately needed something cheesy and rich to ya know- counteract all the healthiness. I have been scheming for awhile to use my favorite cinnamon roll dough and jazz it up with savory ingredients- so this was the day!
Though the filling options are endless, I was happy with the fresh garlic and cheddar I filled these with. They are soft and doughy inside, with crisp tops and bursts of garlic and cheese in each bite. We ate them on Saturday with soup, and then froze the rest for a quick and easy snack. (They are great after being nuked for a minute and then crisped up in the toaster oven!)
- ¾ cup milk
- ¼ cup salted butter
- 3¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 (.25 ounce) package instant yeast
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup water
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1½- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 5-7 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- freshly ground black pepper and sea salt
- Heat the milk in a small saucepan until it bubbles, then remove from heat. Mix in butter; stir until melted. Let cool until lukewarm.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2¼ cup flour, yeast, sugar and salt; whisk together. Add water, egg and the milk mixture; beat well with an electric mixer. Add the remaining flour, ½ cup at a time, using a wooden spoon to stir well after each addition. (dough will be too thick and sticky to use the mixers at this point.)
- When the dough has just pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth, about 5 minutes. (dough will spring back when lightly pressed.)
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let rest for 10 minutes.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough into a 12x9 inch rectangle. (use your 9x13 baking dish as a guide.) Spread the butter evenly along the full surface of the dough.
- Evenly spread the garlic into the butter and add the cheese into an even layer. Sprinkle with fresh pepper and sea salt. Roll up dough and pinch seam to seal. Cut into 12 equal size rolls and place in a 9x13 baking dish
- Cover and let the rolls rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until browned. Serve warm.
Cassie | Bake Your Day says
I love the sound of these, Audra! Cheesy bread is always a favorite of mine!
Caroline says
That looks delicious and a fun alternative to plain buns! Do you always freeze part of your baked goods? Do you juste place them in a baggie and pop them in the freezer? I love baking but since it’s just the two of us, it’s sometimes hard to eat them all when they are fresh.
Audra says
Hey Caroline! I freeze things a lot, but not always.
Bread recipes freeze/reheat very well, and I’ve also had lots of luck with many cookies and brownies.
Often times I try to bake larger batches of things on days when I know I have people to give them too though :)
Rossi @ A Baking Girl says
Did you just combine cinnamon rolls with garlic bread? Because, omigod, that is just plain epic.
Audra says
Hee hee- yes that’s pretty much what I did :)
Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough says
Where have these been all my life?? NOM NOM.
Also, gotta love it when the hubs does the shopping for you. :)
heather says
omg this is my life too! the world thinks our hubbies have it the best. but really they are the best since they’re so patient with our “projects” :) these look deeeee-lish. i need to try them ASAP!
Laurie {Simply Scratch} says
Haaa counteract healthiness! Actually…. it’s pretty darn genius.
Meagan @ A Zesty Bite says
AHHH cheese bread! These buns look amazing!
Annie @ Annie's City Kitchen says
WHAT.THE.WHAT. These are to die for. I actually just made your cinnamon rolls recently and my brain was going crazy with ideas for adaptions. These almost seem like soft and toasty breadsticks, just a different shape!
Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen says
This is my favorite kind of food. Ever. Just give me bread and cheese and garlic.
Mimi @ Culinary Couture says
I always wait till the last second too, to decide what to make!
Tracey says
I can think of nothing that would make my Monday afternoon better than a few of these rolls showing up at my house :) It’s cold and dreary and gray and I could go for some comfort food!
Audra says
Here too! I actually just warmed one of these up and I feel better already :)
a farmer in the dell says
Oh my gosh! I love this savory take on a cinnamon roll. I’ve been feeling totally crazy lately and need some comfort food in my life. These look perfect!
Julie @ Table for Two says
Ooo I love that this is filled with garlicky goodness! I’m obsessed with all things garlic! They look so pillow soft :)
Audra says
Thanks Lady :) I think it’s funny that today you posted about how on top of your posting schedule you are- while I posted on how I’m so sadly last minute. :) I hope some of your planning skills rub off on me! :)
Kelly @ Hidden Fruits and Veggies says
Oh wow! These are a great idea! I love any fancy vehicle for garlic and cheese :)
ashley - baker by nature says
I;m the same-exact-way when it comes to blogging! And luckily, I too have a sweet guy who doesn’t mind getting shipped off to the grocery store.
Now, these garlic cheddar swirl buns just need to appear in my oven – like right now – so I can start getting down on them and all their soft, cheesy glory!
carrian says
Well shoot! I had this idea written down last week for a new recipe, but you beat me to it in such a lovely way. Cannot wait to try yours!
Audra says
The nice thing about these is that they are SO adaptable. :) I’m sure your version will be wonderful too! :)
Joanne says
I wish I had a batch of these to go with my chili leftovers!! The garlic and cheddar sounds like the perfect combination to go with any wintry meal…or just as a snack.
Wendy says
The first thing I thought when I saw the title and top photo was,”Yum. I would really like some of these with a bowl of thick soup.” Then I read that you were eating yours with lentil soup :) Delicious.
Becca from cookie jar treats says
Oh I love spiral rolls with a savory filling :) Especially when one of those ingredients is garlic, I love me some garlic goodness :)
Nicole @ youngbrokeandhungry says
Its as if you are in my head. I never plan a blog post until the night before! My planning skills are awful but when you come up with recipes like this one, it all works out. I could eat a whole loaf of cheesy bread and still want more!
Kelli @ The Corner Kitchen says
Swooning over these buns!!
Sue says
GOOD idea!
betsy says
mmmm….i have some healthy vegetable barley soup in the freezer and the first batch needed something crave-worthy to go with the healthy/somewhat boring flavor and i think this is it! I’m gonna have to whip these up tomorrow!
Lamar says
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