Description
Cheesy Garlic Monkey Bread is a soft, buttery, and cheesy pull-apart bread made with Rhodes frozen dinner rolls dipped in garlic butter and baked with melted mozzarella cheese. This easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack delivers golden crusts with fluffy interiors and a delicious garlicky, cheesy flavor perfect for parties or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Monkey Bread
- 20 pieces Rhodes Frozen Dinner Rolls
- 6 to 8 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian parsley (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: Melt the salted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in the minced garlic and Italian parsley if using, mixing well to combine the flavors thoroughly.
- Dip the Rolls: Dip each frozen Rhodes dinner roll into the garlic butter mixture, ensuring it is fully coated to impart a rich, garlicky flavor and help develop a crispy exterior.
- Arrange in a Circular Pattern: Spray your baking pan (pizza stone, cast iron skillet, or baking sheet) with non-stick cooking spray. Place the butter-coated rolls in two close circular rows so they will rise vertically and bake evenly, making the bread easy to pull apart later.
- Let the Rolls Rise: Cover the arranged rolls with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and leave them in a warm spot to rise until doubled in size, about 2 to 3 hours (or 90 minutes in a warmer environment).
- Add the Cheese and Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Generously sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the risen rolls. Optionally, sprinkle red pepper flakes on top for a hint of spice.
- Bake Until Bubbly: Bake the monkey bread for 24 minutes or until the rolls turn golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch closely to avoid over-browning.
- Serve: Serve the warm cheesy garlic pull-apart bread with a side of marinara sauce for dipping, making a perfect appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Allow the rolls to rise fully for a fluffy texture – room temperature and humidity affect rising time.
- Use salted butter to enhance flavor; if unsalted butter is used, add a pinch of salt.
- Mozzarella cheese can be swapped with a blend of mozzarella and cheddar for a different flavor profile.
- Leftovers can be reheated covered in a low oven or microwave to maintain softness.
- Serve immediately after baking for the best gooey and cheesy experience.
- Add Italian herbs like oregano or basil to the garlic butter for more herbaceous notes.
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
