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Garlic-Parmesan Pull Apart Bread

Course Appetizer, Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Southern
Keyword garlic-parmesan-cheese-pull-apart-rolls
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rise time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings 16 [4 pieces each]
Calories 187kcal
Author Melissa Sperka

Ingredients

  • 16 frozen white dinner rolls i.e. Rhodes or similar
  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 1 tsp granulated garlic or garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dry parsley flakes
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 2/3 cup grated Parmesan-Romano cheese, plus 1/4 cup divided use
  • 2 Tbsp salted or unsalted butter melted
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh Italian parsley

Instructions

  • Rolls: Remove the frozen dinner rolls from the freezer and place onto a plate. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and allow the rolls to sit on the counter for 20-30 minutes just until they have thawed enough to cut.
  • Place the rolls onto a cutting board, and using a sharp knife cut each roll into quarters.
  • Melt butter in a medium size microwave safe bowl using the melt function. Once melted, add granulated garlic, parsley, salt, basil and onion powder. Mix well.
  • Add the quartered rolls to the butter, and toss gently to coat.
  • Cheese: Add 2/3 cup of grated Parmesan-Romano cheese to the rolls. Gently mix until each piece is evenly coated.
  • Let Rise: Spray a 9 or 10 inch loaf pan with cooking spray. Layer the dough quarters evenly in the pan. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of cheese on top.
  • Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Allow to rise in a warm draft free place for 2-2 1/2 hours.
  • Bake: Remove plastic wrap and preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake for 18-20 minutes, then check the top. Lay a piece of aluminum foil on the top of the bread to prevent the cheese and butter on top from overbrowning. Continue to bake the bread for another 5-7 minutes or until the center is completely done. (Approximately, 23-25 minutes total, depending on your oven.)
  • Test the center of the rolls using a cake tester, or toothpick to be certain the bread is cooked all the way through before removing it from the oven.
  • In a small bowl melt 2 Tbsp butter in the microwave. Add fresh parsley, mix to combine.
  • Brush top with butter then serve immediately.

Notes

Additional Baking Options: Bake this bread in a bundt pan, 2 smaller loaf pans, Individual size in standard muffin cups [4 pieces in each] 8x8 baking dish, 9 inch round spring form or pie pan, 8 inch tart pan. 
To Make in a Springform Pan:
  • Follow the same preparation method as listed in the recipe.
  • Spray a  9 or 10 inch springform pan with cooking spray. Arrange rolls side by side in the pan. 
  • Bake them for around 22-24 minutes or until golden and the rolls are cooked through.
  • You can also increase the Parmesan cheese a bit with this batch, if desired. 
  • Whether you bake this in a loaf pan or a springform pan, brush the top with extra butter at the end.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 413mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 214IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 2mg