CHEESY BREAD ROLLS WITH FLAVOURED BUTTERS & HOMEMADE HUMMUS

Makes 12 rolls

Cheesy Bread Rolls

INGREDIENTS

3 cups (450 g) flour

10 g instant yeast (1 packet)

2 tbsp sugar

1 tsp salt

1 cup (250 ml) warm milk

50 g butter, melted

250 g mozzarella cheese, grated

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

METHOD

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
2. Add the warm milk and melted butter and mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Cover and allow to rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Fold the grated mozzarella into the dough.
6. Divide into 12 equal portions and shape into rolls.
7. Arrange on a lined baking tray, cover, and allow to rise for another 30 minutes.
8. Brush with egg wash.
9. Bake at 180°C for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
10. Serve warm with the flavoured butters and hummus.

Garlic & Herb Butter

INGREDIENTS

100 g butter, softened

2 garlic cloves, finely grated

2 tbsp fresh herbs, finely chopped (parsley, chives, or coriander)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Method

Mix all ingredients together until well combined.

Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate until needed.

Cinnamon Honey Butter

INGREDIENTS

100 g butter, softened

2 tbsp honey

1 tsp ground cinnamon

METHOD

1. Mix the butter, honey, and cinnamon until smooth and fluffy.
2. Serve at room temperature.

Biltong Butter

INGREDIENTS

100 g butter, softened

3 tbsp biltong powder

1 tbsp fresh herbs, finely chopped

METHOD

1. Combine the butter, biltong powder, and herbs.
2.  Mix until evenly incorporated.
3. Refrigerate until ready to serve.