Description
Cheesy Garlic Monkey Bread is a delightful pull-apart bread made from soft Rhodes frozen dinner rolls dipped in garlic butter, topped with melted mozzarella cheese, and baked to golden perfection. This warm, gooey treat is perfect for sharing and pairs wonderfully with marinara sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 20 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: Begin by melting the salted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Add the minced garlic and Italian parsley if using, then mix well to combine the flavors.
- Dip the Rolls: Take each frozen dinner roll and dip it into the garlic butter, making sure it is fully coated to infuse flavor and help achieve a crispy crust when baked.
- Arrange in a Circular Pattern: Spray your chosen baking pan (such as a cast iron skillet or baking sheet) with non-stick cooking spray. Arrange the dipped rolls in two close circular rows so that they will rise upward and bake evenly, making the bread easy to pull apart later.
- Let the Rolls Rise: Cover the pan with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and place in a warm spot. Allow the rolls to rise until doubled in size, typically around 2 to 3 hours, or about 90 minutes in a warmer environment.
- Add the Cheese and Bake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit once the rolls have risen. Generously sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese over the rolls and add red pepper flakes if desired. Bake the monkey bread for 24 minutes or until the rolls turn golden brown and the cheese bubbles.
- Serve: Remove the monkey bread from the oven and serve warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping to enjoy the full cheesy garlic experience.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly minced garlic to enhance the garlic flavor.
- If you prefer a spicier bread, add extra red pepper flakes to the cheese layer before baking.
- You can substitute mozzarella cheese with a blend of mozzarella and cheddar for a different cheesy flavor.
- Use a cast iron skillet or a deep baking dish to retain heat better and get a crispier crust.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to restore their freshness and crispiness.
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
