There’s something universally comforting about freshly baked bread, but when that bread is kissed with the savory embrace of melted, golden cheddar, it transcends mere sustenance and becomes a moment of pure culinary bliss. Enter the Easy Cheddar Cheese Roll – a delightful golden orb that promises a soft, airy interior and a gloriously crisp, cheesy crown, all with surprising simplicity.

Yields: 12-14 rolls Prep time: 20 minutes Rise time: 1-1.5 hours Bake time: 15-20 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 1 cup (240ml) warm milk (105-115°F / 40-46°C)
• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (one standard packet)
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup (56g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 1 large egg, at room temperature
• 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting

For the Topping:

• 1 ½ cups (approx. 170g) sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing the rolls before topping)

Equipment:

• Large mixing bowl
• Stand mixer with dough hook (optional, but recommended)
• Whisk
• Large baking sheet (rimmed)
• Pastry brush
• Wire cooling rack

Instructions:

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