Cheesy Garlic Butter Rollups Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where cozy snacks meet easy weeknight baking. These Cheesy Garlic Butter Rollups turn simple bread and cheese into golden, buttery bites brushed with garlic herb butter and pan-toasted until crisp outside and melty inside. Perfect for game nights, kid-friendly dinners, or serving alongside soups and salads.

They come together in minutes on the stovetop, no yeast or proofing needed—just roll, brush, and crisp.

Why This Recipe Works

• Rolled sandwich bread gets ultra-crispy on the outside while staying soft inside.
• Melty mozzarella creates stretchy, cheesy centers in every bite.
• Garlic herb butter infuses flavor and helps the rollups brown beautifully.
• Pan-frying keeps things fast with minimal cleanup.
• Easily scaled for a snack plate, appetizers, or a fun dinner side.

Ingredients & Prep

• 8 slices soft white sandwich bread, crusts removed
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Pinch of salt

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, and salt. Set aside.
2. Use a rolling pin to gently roll each bread slice flat.
3. Sprinkle an even line of mozzarella along one edge of each slice.
4. Tightly roll each slice around the cheese, placing seam side down.
5. Brush rollups generously with garlic butter on all sides.
6. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low. Add rollups seam side down.
7. Cook, turning frequently, until all sides are golden and cheese is melted, about 5–7 minutes.
8. Brush with any remaining garlic butter and serve warm.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Serve immediately for best crunch. If needed, store cooled rollups in the fridge up to 2 days and reheat in a 375°F (190°C) oven or air fryer for 5–7 minutes to re-crisp. Avoid microwaving, as it can make the bread chewy.

FAQs

Can I use whole wheat bread? Yes, as long as it’s soft enough to roll without cracking.
Can these be baked instead of pan-fried? Place on a parchment-lined tray, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes, turning once.
Which cheese works best? Low-moisture mozzarella is perfect; cheddar or a mozzarella–Parmesan mix also works well.

Conclusion

Cheesy Garlic Butter Rollups deliver all the comfort of garlic bread and grilled cheese in fun, dippable form. Serve them with marinara, ranch, or tomato soup for maximum cozy vibes. Explore more cheesy comfort snacks at dishfoody.com.

Cheesy Garlic Butter Rollups Recipe

Print Recipe

Golden crispy Cheesy Garlic Butter Rollups made with flattened white bread, melty mozzarella, and brushed with garlic parsley butter. Addictive 15-minute appetizer perfect for parties or kids.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Yield: 8 rollups 1x
• Category: Appetizer, Snack
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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• 8 slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• Garlic butter:
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

• 1. Flatten bread slices with rolling pin until very thin. Place 2-3 tablespoons cheese at one short end and roll tightly, seam side down.
• 2. Mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, and salt until smooth.
• 3. Heat large skillet over medium heat. Brush all sides of rollups generously with garlic butter.
• 4. Cook 2-3 minutes per side, brushing with more butter, until golden and cheese melts.
• 5. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with marinara dipping sauce.

Notes

• Use thick soft white bread for best results.
• Dental floss cuts cleaner than knife.
• Freeze uncooked rollups up to 1 month.
• Add pepperoni for pizza version kids love.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 rollup
• Calories: 280
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 420mg
• Fat: 22g
• Saturated Fat: 13g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 14g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 9g
• Cholesterol: 60mg

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