This delicious and easy-to-make Cheesy Garlic Bread Bites recipe is perfect for any occasion.
Soft, cheesy dough paired with flavorful garlic butter makes it a favorite at parties or family dinners!
Ingredients
For the dough:
- 350 g bread flour
- 15 g sugar
- 15 g milk powder (optional)
- 7 g instant dry yeast
- 7 g salt
- 200 g whole milk, room temp
- 1 large egg
- 60 g unsalted butter, softened and cut into cubes
- 1 egg for egg wash
For the filling:
- 200 g shredded mozzarella (or block mozzarella/string cheese, cut into cubes)
For the garlic butter:
- 60 g butter
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced
- 1-2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Step 1: Combine the flour, sugar, milk powder, yeast, salt, milk, and egg in the bowl of your stand mixer.
Knead on low speed for 10 minutes. Gradually add the butter one cube at a time.
Continue kneading for an additional 10-20 minutes until the dough passes the window-pane test.
Proof for 60-90 minutes until doubled in size.
Step 2: Divide the dough into 20 equal pieces.
Flatten each ball and place a cube of cheese in the center. Wrap the dough around the cheese and seal.
Arrange the dough balls seam-side down in a 12-inch (30 cm) baking pan. Cover and proof for 30 minutes.
Step 3: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
Brush the bread bites with egg wash. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Step 4: Melt the butter with minced garlic in a pot.
Simmer for 1 minute, add parsley and salt to taste, and remove from heat.
Step 5: Brush the garlic butter over the bread bites immediately after they come out of the oven. Enjoy while warm!
FAQs
1. Can I use a different type of cheese?
Yes, you can use any cheese you like, such as cheddar or gouda. Mozzarella is recommended for its meltability.
2. Can I freeze the bread bites?
Yes, you can freeze them after baking. Reheat in the oven for 10 minutes at 180°C to refresh their texture.
3. How do I know when the dough is ready?
Perform the window-pane test by stretching a small piece of dough. I
f it doesn’t break and you can see through it, the dough is well-kneaded.
4. Can I make this recipe without a stand mixer?
Yes, you can knead the dough by hand, but it will take longer.
Expect 20-25 minutes of kneading by hand until the dough is smooth and elastic.
5. What can I serve with these bread bites?
They go well with marinara sauce, ranch dip, or as a side to pasta dishes.
Cheesy Garlic Bread Bites
Ingredients
For the dough:
- 350 g bread flour
- 15 g sugar
- 15 g milk powder optional
- 7 g instant dry yeast
- 7 g salt
- 200 g whole milk room temp
- 1 large egg
- 60 g unsalted butter softened and cut into cubes
- 1 egg for egg wash
For the filling:
- 200 g shredded mozzarella or block mozzarella/string cheese, cut into cubes
For the garlic butter:
- 60 g butter
- 2 large cloves garlic minced
- 1-2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine the flour, sugar, milk powder, yeast, salt, milk, and egg in the bowl of your stand mixer.
- Knead on low speed for 10 minutes. Gradually add the butter one cube at a time.
- Continue kneading for an additional 10-20 minutes until the dough passes the window-pane test.
- Proof for 60-90 minutes until doubled in size.
- Divide the dough into 20 equal pieces.
- Flatten each ball and place a cube of cheese in the center. Wrap the dough around the cheese and seal.
- Arrange the dough balls seam-side down in a 12-inch (30 cm) baking pan. Cover and proof for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Brush the bread bites with egg wash. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Melt the butter with minced garlic in a pot.
- Simmer for 1 minute, add parsley and salt to taste, and remove from heat.
- Brush the garlic butter over the bread bites immediately after they come out of the oven. Enjoy while warm!
