Hawaiian Roll Garlic Bread

Forget everything you know about traditional garlic bread. Hawaiian Roll Garlic Bread is a delightful, modern twist on a classic side dish that has taken the internet by storm. This recipe is a perfect blend of sweet and savory, combining the pillowy softness of Hawaiian rolls with a rich, buttery, and garlicky topping. The result is an incredibly addictive, pull-apart bread that is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

The Recipe: Hawaiian Roll Garlic Bread

This recipe is simple, quick, and highly customizable. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner, a party appetizer, or a comforting snack.

Yields: 12 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10-12 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 package (12 count) King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 3-4 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
• 1-2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or an Italian blend)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Pinch of salt (optional, if using unsalted butter)

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the entire block of Hawaiian rolls in a baking dish or on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Keep the rolls attached to one another.
2. Make the Cuts: Using a serrated knife, make two or three deep slits in the top of each roll, being careful not to cut all the way through to the bottom. This creates pockets for the cheese and butter.
3. Create the Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt if desired. Mix until the ingredients are well combined.
4. Stuff the Rolls: Gently stuff the shredded mozzarella cheese into the slits you made in each roll. Get as much cheese in there as you can!
5. Butter Up the Bread: Generously brush the garlic butter mixture over the top and sides of the rolls. Make sure to get it into all the nooks and crannies to ensure maximum flavor. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
6. Bake to Perfection: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tops of the rolls are golden brown.
7. Serve: Let the bread cool for a minute or two before serving. The rolls will be pull-apart perfect. Enjoy while warm!

The Benefits of Hawaiian Roll Garlic Bread

While this recipe is a treat, its ingredients do offer some surprising health benefits.

Butter (in moderation): While often demonized, butter can be a healthy part of a balanced diet. Especially if it comes from grass-fed cows, butter can be a good source of fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, and E, as well as calcium for bone health. Butter also contains a fatty acid called butyrate, which has anti-inflammatory properties and can support digestive health.

Garlic: More than just a flavor-booster, garlic is a nutritional powerhouse. It contains a compound called allicin, which is released when garlic is crushed or chopped. Allicin has been linked to numerous health benefits, including boosting the immune system, reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and providing powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

Parsley: The fresh parsley in this recipe isn’t just a garnish. This herb is rich in vitamins A, K, and C, and contains antioxidants that can help support bone health and reduce inflammation.