Soft and Fluffy Stuffed Bread Rolls

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🥖 Soft and Fluffy Stuffed Bread Rolls

These stuffed bread rolls are soft, fluffy, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or lunchboxes. The dough is light and airy, and you can fill them with your favorite savory or sweet fillings.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Dough:

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons instant yeast
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons milk powder (optional, for richness)
  • 3 tablespoons soft butter (or oil)
  • 1 ¼ cups warm milk (or as needed)
  • 1 egg (for the dough – optional, adds softness)

For the Filling (Savory Example – Cheese and Herbs):

  • 1 cup grated cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or coriander
  • A pinch of black pepper or chili flakes
  • Optional: chopped olives, cooked ground meat, or sautéed veggies

For Brushing:

  • 1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk (for golden color)
  • Sesame seeds or nigella seeds for topping

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the Dough:

  • In a large bowl, mix the flour, instant yeast, sugar, salt, and milk powder.
  • Add the soft butter, egg (if using), and gradually pour in the warm milk.
  • Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 8–10 minutes by hand or 5 minutes using a stand mixer.
  • The dough should be soft, smooth, and slightly sticky.
  • Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

2. Prepare the Filling:

  • While the dough is rising, mix your filling ingredients in a bowl and set aside.

3. Shape the Rolls:

  • Once the dough has doubled, punch it down to release air.
  • Divide it into equal portions (8 to 12, depending on the size you prefer).
  • Flatten each piece into a circle, add a spoonful of filling in the center, then gather the edges and seal well to form a ball.
  • Place the rolls on a greased or lined baking tray, seam-side down. Leave space between them to expand.

4. Final Rise:

  • Cover the rolls and let them rise again for 30–45 minutes, until puffy.

5. Bake:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Brush the rolls with the egg wash and sprinkle with sesame or nigella seeds.
  • Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until golden brown.

6. Cool and Serve:

  • Let the rolls cool slightly before serving. Best enjoyed warm!

🍽️ Serving Ideas

  • Perfect with tea or soup
  • Great for lunchboxes or picnics
  • You can also make mini versions for party appetizers

🧁 Sweet Filling Option:

Want a dessert version? Fill with:

  • Sweetened cream cheese
  • Nutella
  • Cinnamon sugar and butter
  • Jam or date paste

💡 Tips for Success:

  • Use warm milk, not hot, to activate the yeast properly.
  • Kneading well is key to a fluffy texture.
  • Make sure the dough has enough time to rise fully for softness.
  • Don’t overfill the rolls to avoid leaks.

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