Crusty Cheese Red Pepper Rolls

Transform your mealtime with these Crusty Cheese Red Pepper Rolls, a delightful baked treat bursting with flavor and texture. These golden rolls feature a soft, airy interior packed with sharp cheddar cheese and roasted red bell peppers, perfectly complemented by a crusty Parmesan-topped exterior. Made with a simple yeast dough and requiring minimal prep time, this recipe is both approachable and impressive. Perfectly suited as a standout side dish for soups and salads or as an irresistible appetizer, these rolls deliver a delicious savory kick. Elevate your bread game with this perfect blend of cheesy, peppery goodness in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.5 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.75 cup Roasted red bell peppers, finely chopped
• 1 unit Egg, lightly beaten
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, sugar, and instant yeast.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Punch down the risen dough and gently knead in the shredded cheddar cheese and roasted red peppers until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each into a round roll. Place the rolls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.

Step 7

Cover the rolls with a towel and allow them to rise for another 30 minutes, until puffy.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 9

Brush the tops of the rolls with the beaten egg and sprinkle with the grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy these crusty cheese red pepper rolls as an appetizer, side dish, or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1133.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2497.3

Total Fat 97.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 386.0mg	0%
Sodium 5034.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 307.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 21.5g
Protein 98.3g	0%

Vitamin D 77IU	0%
Calcium 1512.9mg	0%
Iron 20.1mg	0%
Potassium 1091.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.0%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 49.2%