Get ready to transform your ordinary bread basket into a gourmet experience with these irresistible Mini Blue Cheese Rolls! Imagine warm, golden-brown bites that burst with tangy blue cheese and buttery goodness, guaranteed to make your taste buds dance with excitement. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, looking for the perfect appetizer, or simply craving a delicious homemade treat, these miniature rolls are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 rolls
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well incorporated.
- Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Crumble the blue cheese and gently fold it into the flour-butter mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Gradually pour in the milk and stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead 2-3 times to bring it together.
- Roll the dough to approximately 1/2 inch thickness and use a round cookie cutter (about 2 inches in diameter) to cut out individual rolls.
- Place the cut rolls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart to allow for slight expansion during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown on top and sound hollow when tapped.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Tips
- Keep your butter and milk cold for the flakiest texture possible. Room temperature ingredients can make your rolls dense.
- Don't overwork the dough - mix just until ingredients are combined to ensure tender rolls.
- Use a high-quality blue cheese for maximum flavor impact. Artisan or locally produced varieties work best.
- For extra richness, brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter right before baking.
- If you want a more uniform look, use a sharp-edged cookie cutter and press straight down without twisting.
- These rolls are best served warm, so time your baking to coincide with your meal service.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven to restore their crisp exterior.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 95kcal
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 20mg
