Description

These Cheesy Garlic Butter Rollups are a savory, pull-apart snack loaded with rich garlic butter, gooey mozzarella, and a hint of heat—perfect for parties, potlucks, or anytime you’re craving cheesy goodness.

Ingredients

Scale

1 tube refrigerated pizza dough (or crescent roll dough)
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
4 cloves garlic, finely minced (about 2 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups mozzarella cheese, freshly shredded
½ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
¼ cup cream cheese, softened (optional)
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated (for topping)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for topping)
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Let rest for 5 minutes.
Unroll the pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface and stretch into a 12×14 inch rectangle. Let rest if it springs back.
Spread about ¾ of the garlic butter mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.
Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the dough. Drop spoonfuls of cream cheese throughout if using. Press lightly.
Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log. Slice into 12–14 rolls about 1 inch thick. Arrange in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Brush the tops with remaining garlic butter and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese.
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–22 minutes until golden and bubbly. Check at 15 minutes.
Remove from oven, sprinkle with parsley and red pepper flakes if desired. Let rest for 3–5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For flakier texture, crescent roll dough can be used. Cream cheese adds extra richness but is optional. Use unflavored dental floss for cleaner cuts.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 rollup
Calories: 180
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: cheesy garlic butter rollups, pull apart bread, garlic cheese rolls, easy appetizer