These individual rolls are the perfect afternoon treat and are stuffed with a delicious Mozzarella bite!
Servings: 12 servings
Author: Jackie
Dough
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2- 21/3
cups
all-purpose flour
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2 ¼
teaspoons
instant yeast
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1 ½
teaspoons
sugar
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¾
teaspoon
salt
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⅔
cup
warm water
120° to 130°F*
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3
tablespoons
oil
Topping
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4
tablespoons
butter
melted
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½
teaspoon
garlic powder
or chopped garlic
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1
tablespoon
finely chopped parsley
To make the pizza dough
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Combine 1 cup flour, yeast, sugar and salt in a large bowl. Add warm water and oil; mix until well blended. Gradually add an additional cup of flour to form a soft dough. Knead dough in a mixer fitted with hook attachment or on a lightly floured surface until a ball that is smooth and elastic forms. If needed, add additional ⅓ cup of flour. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and allow to rest for 30-45 minutes.
To assemble the rolls
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a large cookie sheet with parchment of foil.
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Divide into 12 pieces.
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Roll each little piece of dough until it is about 5 inches around. Spread 1 teaspoon of marinara sauce in the center of the round. Place the frozen Mozzarella bite in the center of the marinara sauce. Pull the edges of the ball over the mozzarella bite and pinch the edges together to close the ball. Place the ball, pinched side down, one the lined cookie sheet about 2 inches apart from one another.
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In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic powder or chopped garlic, and parsley. Brush the balls with garlic mixture.
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Bake the rolls for 15-18 minutes or until they are golden brown. Once down, brush with butter again and serve hot with a side of marinara dipping sauce.