Imagine pulling piping hot, golden-brown dinner rolls straight from the oven, filled with gooey, melted cheese and requiring zero kneading expertise. These No Knead Cheese Studded Dinner Rolls are about to revolutionize your baking game, transforming even the most novice home cook into a bread-making superstar. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal hands-on time, you'll create restaurant-quality rolls that are guaranteed to impress everyone at your table.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 rolls
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, etc.)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and instant yeast. Whisk the dry ingredients together until thoroughly mixed.
- Pour warm water into the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy, sticky dough forms. The mixture should look rough and not completely smooth.
- Fold the shredded cheese into the dough, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Drizzle olive oil over the surface of the dough and gently fold it in to help prevent sticking.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rest at room temperature for 12-18 hours. During this time, the dough will develop flavor and rise slowly.
- After the initial rise, generously dust a clean work surface with flour. Turn out the risen dough onto the floured surface.
- Using floured hands, gently shape the dough into a rough rectangle. Divide the dough into 12 approximately equal portions.
- Shape each portion into a round roll by tucking the edges underneath to create a smooth top surface.
- Place the formed rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each roll for expansion.
- Cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise for an additional 1-2 hours at room temperature until they look puffy and slightly increased in size.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) about 30 minutes before baking. If using a Dutch oven, place it in the oven during preheating.
- Optional: Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter or an egg wash for a golden, shiny finish.
- Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Remove from the oven and let the rolls cool on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm and enjoy the cheesy, soft dinner rolls with your favorite main course or as a standalone snack.
Tips
- Use warm (not hot) water to activate the yeast without killing it - aim for around 110°F.
- Choose a cheese that melts well, like sharp cheddar or mozzarella, for maximum flavor and gooey texture.
- The long, slow rise is crucial for developing complex flavors, so be patient and let the dough rest.
- Keep the dough in a draft-free area during rising to ensure consistent fermentation.
- For extra golden tops, brush rolls with egg wash or melted butter before baking.
- Allow rolls to cool slightly before serving to let the cheese set and prevent burning.
- These rolls freeze beautifully - wrap cooled rolls in foil and store for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg
