Mini Garlic Monkey Breads

Mini Garlic Monkey Breads

These Mini Garlic Monkey Breads are the perfect savory addition to any meal! With buttery garlic, Parmesan, and a soft, pull-apart texture, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re serving them as an appetizer, side dish, or party snack, these mini monkey breads are super easy to make and packed with flavor. Using either frozen rolls or refrigerated biscuits, you can whip up these delicious bites in no time!

Ingredients

• 18 frozen Rhodes Dinner Rolls, thawed (or 2 cans of refrigerated Buttermilk Biscuits, 7.5 oz each)
• 6 tablespoons salted butter, melted
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus 2 more tablespoons for topping)

Directions

1. Prepare the Dough

• If you’re using frozen dinner rolls, thaw them for 3 to 4 hours before starting the recipe. Alternatively, you can skip this step and use refrigerated buttermilk biscuits for a quicker option.
• Once the dough is ready, quarter each thawed dinner roll or biscuit and set the pieces aside.

2. Preheat the Oven and Prep Muffin Pan

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Spray the cups of a 12-count muffin pan with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.

3. Make Garlic Butter and Coat Dough

• In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley flakes.
• Toss 6 dough pieces at a time into the garlic butter mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
• Place the 6 coated dough pieces into one muffin cup, pressing them down gently to fit snugly.

4. Assemble and Bake

• Repeat this process for the remaining dough pieces, filling all 12 muffin cups.
• Evenly sprinkle 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese over the top of each muffin cup.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the monkey breads are golden brown and cooked through.

5. Serve and Enjoy

• Remove the mini garlic monkey breads from the oven and sprinkle each with the remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese.
• Serve them warm and enjoy their cheesy, garlicky goodness!

Tips for Perfect Monkey Breads

• Thaw time: If using frozen dinner rolls, be sure to plan ahead to allow for enough thawing time.
• Extra flavor: For an added burst of flavor, you can mix some Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes into the garlic butter.
• Customize: Feel free to add shredded mozzarella or your favorite cheese to make them even cheesier!

Prep and Cook Time

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Rising Time: 3-4 hours (if using frozen dough)
• Cooking Time: 12-14 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes (without thawing time)

Nutritional Information

• Calories: 180 kcal per serving
• Servings: 12 mini monkey breads

These Mini Garlic Monkey Breads are the ultimate pull-apart treat! They’re packed with garlicky, cheesy goodness and are perfect for dipping into marinara sauce or enjoying as a stand-alone snack. Whether you serve them as a side dish or appetizer, they’ll disappear from the table in no time!

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