Cheesy Herbed Crescent Rolls
There is something about the smell of baking bread that immediately makes a house feel like a home. Whenever I need a side dish that is going to disappear before the main course even hits the table, I reach for this recipe. It takes the convenience of store-bought dough and transforms it into something that tastes like you spent all afternoon in the kitchen.
The secret is the garlic and herb butter brushed on before they hit the oven. I like to use a mix of fresh rosemary and thyme, but you can swap in whatever is growing in your garden or sitting in your fridge. Because the cheese is tucked right into the roll, you get that satisfying pull every time you take a bite. Just make sure you seal the edges well, or you will end up with a pan of melted, crispy cheese rather than filled rolls.
Frequently asked questions
＋ − Can I use different types of cheese?
Absolutely. Provolone or sharp cheddar work well, but keep in mind that cheddar tends to release more oil while baking.
＋ − Can I prepare these ahead of time?
You can assemble them an hour before baking, but do not refrigerate the unbaked dough for too long or it may become sticky and hard to handle.
＋ − What is the best way to reheat them?
Pop them in an air fryer at 300 degrees for 3 minutes to regain that crispy, flaky texture.
Cheesy Herbed Crescent Rolls
Nutrition shown per serving · updates with portion size
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Unroll the dough and separate it into eight individual triangles.
- 3
Place about two tablespoons of mozzarella cheese near the wide base of each triangle.
- 4
Roll the dough up tightly starting from the wide end, ensuring the cheese is fully encased.
- 5
Place the rolls on the baking sheet with the point side down.
- 6
Whisk the melted butter, rosemary, thyme, and garlic powder together in a small bowl.
- 7
Brush the herb butter mixture generously over the tops of each roll.
- 8
Sprinkle with a pinch of flaky sea salt.
- 9
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
American comfort food
Mia CarterMia grew up in a Midwest kitchen and specializes in cozy, crowd-pleasing weeknight dinners. She tests every recipe until it works on the first try.
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