Mediterranean cheese rolls use phyllo dough that's stretched paper-thin by hand—machine versions create 47% more breakage during baking.
Cheese Rolls
Get ready to wow your guests with these irresistible cheese rolls! Flaky pastry envelops gooey, melted cheese and a sprinkle of aromatic herbs, creating the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, these delightful bites are sure to disappear in no time!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
12
people
Level
intermediate
📝 Ingredients
Serves 12🥬Fresh Produce(3)
- 1 clove garlic, pressedoptional
- pepperoptional
- 250 ml warm water (not hot) (8.45 fl oz)
🫙Pantry Staples(5)
- 150gr flour (1.2 cup)
- 350gr flour (2.8 cup)
- 80ml olive oil (2.7 fl oz)optional
- 25gr granulated sugar (0.12 cup)
- 9gr instant yeast (0.32 oz)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(4)
- 1 tsp oregano (5 ml)
- 2 tsp rosemary (10 ml)
- 2 tsp salt (10 ml)
- 2 tsp za'atar (10 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, combine the warm water, instant yeast, and granulated sugar. Let it sit until frothy.
- 2
Add the first amount of flour and mix until combined. Then add the second amount of flour, salt, oregano, rosemary, and za'atar. Knead until smooth.
- 3
Let the dough rise until doubled in size.
- 4
Shape into rolls and let them rise again before baking.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Activate yeast in water heated to 105-110°F because temperatures above 120°F kill yeast cells while below 95°F slows fermentation to ineffective levels.technique105-110°F
- ✓Knead dough for 8-10 minutes until it passes the windowpane test - you can stretch a small piece thin enough to see light through without tearing, indicating proper gluten development.technique8-10 minutes
- ✓First rise should occur at 75-80°F and take 60-90 minutes because yeast activity doubles every 18°F increase, and this temperature range optimizes both speed and flavor development.timing75-80°F, 60-90 minutes
- ✓Add herbs like oregano and rosemary during the final 2 minutes of kneading to prevent oils from breaking down gluten structure while ensuring even distribution.timingFinal 2 minutes
- ✓Shape rolls to 2-3 ounce portions for even baking because uniform size ensures all rolls reach the internal temperature of 190°F simultaneously.technique2-3 ounces, 190°F internal
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Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
12
people
Level
intermediate
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Mediterranean cheese rolls use phyllo dough that's stretched paper-thin by hand—machine versions create 47% more breakage during baking.
Cheese Rolls
Get ready to wow your guests with these irresistible cheese rolls! Flaky pastry envelops gooey, melted cheese and a sprinkle of aromatic herbs, creating the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, these delightful bites are sure to disappear in no time!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 12🥬Fresh Produce(3)
- 1 clove garlic, pressedoptional
- pepperoptional
- 250 ml warm water (not hot) (8.45 fl oz)
🫙Pantry Staples(5)
- 150gr flour (1.2 cup)
- 350gr flour (2.8 cup)
- 80ml olive oil (2.7 fl oz)optional
- 25gr granulated sugar (0.12 cup)
- 9gr instant yeast (0.32 oz)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(4)
- 1 tsp oregano (5 ml)
- 2 tsp rosemary (10 ml)
- 2 tsp salt (10 ml)
- 2 tsp za'atar (10 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, combine the warm water, instant yeast, and granulated sugar. Let it sit until frothy.
- 2
Add the first amount of flour and mix until combined. Then add the second amount of flour, salt, oregano, rosemary, and za'atar. Knead until smooth.
- 3
Let the dough rise until doubled in size.
- 4
Shape into rolls and let them rise again before baking.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Activate yeast in water heated to 105-110°F because temperatures above 120°F kill yeast cells while below 95°F slows fermentation to ineffective levels.technique105-110°F
- ✓Knead dough for 8-10 minutes until it passes the windowpane test - you can stretch a small piece thin enough to see light through without tearing, indicating proper gluten development.technique8-10 minutes
- ✓First rise should occur at 75-80°F and take 60-90 minutes because yeast activity doubles every 18°F increase, and this temperature range optimizes both speed and flavor development.timing75-80°F, 60-90 minutes
- ✓Add herbs like oregano and rosemary during the final 2 minutes of kneading to prevent oils from breaking down gluten structure while ensuring even distribution.timingFinal 2 minutes
- ✓Shape rolls to 2-3 ounce portions for even baking because uniform size ensures all rolls reach the internal temperature of 190°F simultaneously.technique2-3 ounces, 190°F internal