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Cheese-Filled Pastry Rolls

Delightful soft, flaky pastry rolls filled with gooey cheese, perfect for gatherings or as a savory snack.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Comfort Food, International
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 10 g dry yeast (0.35 oz)
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 200 ml warm milk (about ⅘ cup)
  • 200 ml warm water (about ⅘ cup)
  • 120 ml vegetable oil (½ cup)
  • 550-600 g all-purpose flour (4½ - 4¾ cups)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 100 g butter, melted (3.5 oz)
  • 60 ml oil for layering (¼ cup)
Filling and Topping
  • 200 g cheddar or mozzarella cheese, shredded (7 oz)
  • 1 large egg yolk for brushing

Method
 

Preparation of Dough
  1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, warm water, dry yeast, and sugar. Stir and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add oil and salt, gradually incorporate flour, mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Gather the dough into a ball, cover, and let rest for 15 minutes.
  4. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let ferment for 40 minutes.
Shaping the Rolls
  1. Punch down the dough, divide into 12 pieces, shape into balls, and let rest briefly.
  2. Roll each ball into a thin circle, stack them with a melted butter-oil mixture brushed between layers. Let rest for 15 minutes.
  3. Shape the dough into a rectangle and cut it into 12 pieces.
  4. Place cheese in the center, roll up, and seal the edges.
  5. Arrange the rolls seam-side down on a greased tray, cover, and ferment for 15 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Brush the tops with egg yolk.
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Cheese-Filled Pastry Rolls are best served warm. Pair them with dipping sauces such as marinara or garlic sauce, and consider adding fresh herbs before serving for extra flavor.