Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour: 3 cups (plus extra for dusting)
- Cottage Cheese (full-fat, pureed): 1 cup
- Instant Dry Yeast: 2 1/4 teaspoons
- Granulated Sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Unsalted Butter: 1/4 cup (melted, plus 3 tablespoons softened for topping)
- Warm Water (105°F-115°F): 1/4 cup
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Garlic Cloves: 3 large cloves (minced)
Instructions
- Step 1: Activate the yeast by dissolving the granulated sugar and instant dry yeast into the warm water. In a large bowl, combine the pureed cottage cheese, 1/4 cup of melted butter, and the yeast mixture.
- Step 2: Gradually add the flour and salt to the wet ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Step 3: Gently punch down the dough and divide it into 12-16 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball and arrange them snugly in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Cover the rolls and allow them to rest for a second rise for 30 minutes.
- Step 4: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 18 to 22 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
- Step 5: While the rolls are baking, combine the remaining 3 tablespoons of softened butter with the 3 minced garlic cloves. Immediately upon removing the rolls from the oven, generously brush the garlic butter mixture over the hot surfaces of the rolls. Serve warm.
Notes
- Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days, ensuring the moisture from the cottage cheese is sealed in.
- To bring back that freshly baked softness, wrap individual rolls lightly in foil and warm them in a 300°F oven for 5-8 minutes.
- Serve these warm, buttery rolls alongside a comforting bowl of creamy tomato soup or as a luxurious dipping accompaniment to pasta with red sauce.
- For the best "fluffy" results, ensure your full-fat cottage cheese is absolutely smooth before mixing; any lumps can interfere with the dough's rise and final texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American