Herb and Cheese Dinner Rolls

Deliciously soft and fluffy dinner rolls infused with fresh herbs and gooey cheese, perfect for any meal.

NewPublished Apr 8, 2026
Prep Time25 min
Cook Time2 hr
Total2 hr 25 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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Freshly baked herb and cheese dinner rolls on a wooden table.

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 1 loaf

  • (4 cups) all-purpose flour
  • (2 teaspoons) instant yeast
  • (1 teaspoon) salt
  • (1 tablespoon) sugar
  • (1 1/2 cups) warm water (110°F)
  • (1/4 cups) olive oil
  • (1 cup) shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • (2 tablespoons) fresh parsley, chopped
  • (1 tablespoon) fresh rosemary, chopped
  • (1 tablespoon) fresh thyme, chopped
  • (1 egg) (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons instant yeast, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Add 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped.

  2. 2

    Add 1 1/2 cups warm water and 1/4 cup olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  4. 4

    Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

  5. 5

    Once risen, punch down the dough and knead in 1 cup shredded cheese, 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary, and 1 tablespoon chopped thyme until evenly distributed.

  6. 6

    Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.

  7. 7

    Place the rolls on a greased baking sheet, cover with a cloth, and let rise for another 30 minutes.

  8. 8

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190 °C).

  9. 9

    Beat 1 egg and brush it over the tops of the rolls for a golden finish.

  10. 10

    Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

  11. 11

    Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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