Cheesy Garlic Crescent Rolls Recipe

A Little Introduction

I’m sorry to say, these Cheesy Garlic Crescent Rolls are a guilty pleasure of mine. Whenever I prepare them, I slip off one (or two) and munch on it straight from the baking sheet, way before anyone notices. They’re everything that I crave: warm, buttery, garlicky, and gooey-cheesy- in a single little golden roll.

If you have ever wanted a side dish to put together in a hurry but still be cozy, this thing is it. You start with store-bought crescent dough, tuck in cheese and garlic butter, roll them up, and bake until puffed and golden. Just the kind of recipe that makes your kitchen smell like a cozy bakery.

Why These Rolls Are Special

These crescent rolls are special, not because of the melty cheese inside (which is reason enough) but because of how effortlessly they change a meal. They’re casual enough to go with a bowl of soup, but fancy enough for a holiday table. And, best of all, they take almost no time to make.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I know you’ll come back to this recipe again and again because:

• Quick and easy: No more than about 20 minutes to bench.
• Crowd-pleasers: Everyone loves garlic bread and melted cheese, and that’s precisely what they have.
• Flexible in serving: pasta, or soup, or as an appetizer.
• Make-ahead friendly: Prep them and bake them later.
• Kid-approved: These rolls disappear faster than you’d expect.

Tools You’ll Need

Nothing fancy here—just your basic kitchen helpers:

• Baking sheet – the stage where all the magic happens.
• A parchment or silicone mat will allow the rolls to bake without sticking and be very easy to clean up.
• Little pan or microwave-safe bowl for melting butter with garlic.
• Pastry brush – makes it easy to brush each roll with butter and garlic goodness.
• Some measuring spoons and cups (or digital scale) – not going overboard on garlic (except for me; extra garlic always works).
• Optional: Cooling rack-if you want nice and crisp rolls on the bottom once baked.

Ingredients

For 8 rolls (can easily be doubled):

• 1 (8-ounce / 226 g) can refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 4 tablespoons (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder if you’re in a rush)
• 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheddar for more bite)
• 2 tablespoons (15 g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon (4 g) fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• Pinch of salt

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. The first step is to preheat your oven to 375 °F (190 °C), and then, to line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This way, those little rolls will not stick.  
2. To prepare the garlic butter, melt butter in a small saucepan or in the microwave in a microwave-safe bowl. Once melted, add garlic and a pinch of salt. Mmm! That aroma? It is the smell of all good things.   
3. Unroll the crescent dough and gently pull it apart into triangles. So what if they don’t all look even? It will all bake into deliciousness.   
4. Put the cheese in. At the wide end of each triangle, add a tablespoon of mozzarella plus a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, just in case we want it.
5. Starting at the wide end, roll each triangle into a cone toward the tip, slightly folding in the sides to keep the cheese from leaking out (though if any does, it will crisp up in the pan and be so good).
6. Brush with garlic butter. Generously brush on the garlic butter mixture for each roll, leaving some for after they bake.   
7. Into the oven! Pop the tray in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes until the rolls are puffy and golden brown.   
8. Garnish with garlic and parsley. After the rolls come out of the oven, brush with any remaining garlic butter and sprinkle with parsley. Wait for about 2 minutes before serving (if you can help it).

Serving Ideas

• Pair with spaghetti and marinara for the ultimate comfort dinner.
• Serve alongside creamy tomato soup.
• Add them to a holiday bread basket.
• Make them the star of game night with a side of ranch or pizza sauce for dipping.

Variations and Customizations

• Cheese swap: Try pepper jack for a spicy kick or smoked gouda for a deeper flavor.
• Add protein: Tuck in a slice of pepperoni or ham with the cheese for a heartier bite.
• Herb twist: Mix dried Italian herbs into the garlic butter.
• Spicy version: Sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes over the cheese before rolling.

Storage and Make-Ahead Tips

• Storage: Leftover in an air-tight container at room temperature for 2 days and refrigerate for 4 days.
• Reheat: Warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 minutes. You can use the microwave, but the oven keeps them crisp.
• Make ahead: Assemble the rolls and refrigerate them unbaked for 24 hours, then bake fresh when ready.

Pro Tips and Mistakes to Avoid

Here’s the inside scoop from my kitchen to yours:

• Don’t overstuff the rolls—too much cheese will burst out. (Though honestly, the crispy cheese edges are a treat.)
• Brush butter on before and after baking for maximum flavor.
• Keep an eye on the bake time—crescent dough can go from golden to too dark quickly.
• If you’re using garlic powder instead of fresh, mix it into the butter after it melts so it doesn’t burn.

Recipe Details

• Yield: 8 rolls
• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cook time: 12 minutes
• Total time: 22 minutes

Nutrition (per roll, approx.):

• Calories: 170
• Fat: 10 g
• Carbs: 14 g
• Protein: 5 g

Closing Thoughts

Cheesy Garlic Crescent Rolls: A Recipe that makes you look like you have put in an effort when you haven’t. Quick, impressive, and really disappear fast. This is another thing to add to the menu the next time you plan a meal-thank you when everyone reaches for seconds.