Stuffed Calabrese Cheese Bread Rolls
These soft bread rolls hide a gourmet treasure: a heart of spicy Calabrese sausage and a cube of cheese that melts deliciously during baking. Golden and fragrant, they are irresistible straight from the oven and disappear in minutes. Perfect for a friendly appetizer or a hearty snack that delights both kids and adults.
🛒 Ingredients
8 servings
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 1/4 cups lukewarm water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 7 oz Calabrese sausage (or spicy chorizo)
- 7 oz semi-firm cheese such as provolone or block mozzarella
- 1 egg yolk for egg wash
- 1 tbsp milk
- Dried oregano for finishing (optional)
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- 1
In a large bowl, mix the dry yeast with the lukewarm water and sugar. Let it rest for 10 minutes until the mixture is slightly foamy—a sign that the yeast is active.
- 2
Add the flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix first with a spatula, then knead by hand on a lightly floured surface for 8 to 10 minutes, until you have a soft, smooth, and elastic dough.
- 3
Form the dough into a ball, place it in an oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, until the dough has doubled in volume.
- 4
Meanwhile, cut the Calabrese sausage into small pieces or thick slices. Cut the cheese into cubes approximately 3/4 inch on each side.
- 5
Punch down the dough to release the air, then divide it into 8 to 10 equal portions. Flatten each portion into a disk about 4 inches in diameter.
- 6
In the center of each disk, place a few pieces of Calabrese sausage and a cube of cheese. Bring the edges of the dough toward the center, pinching firmly to seal the filling inside—no openings should remain.
- 7
Place the rolls seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them well. Let them rest for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- 8
Preheat the oven to 355°F (convection setting). Mix the egg yolk with the milk and brush each roll generously. Sprinkle with dried oregano if desired.
- 9
Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese begins to peek through. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving to avoid burning yourself with the melted cheese.
💡 Chef's Tip
The secret to a perfectly melted center: use a good melting cheese like provolone, fontina, or block mozzarella (never pre-shredded, as it is too dry). To prevent the dough from opening during baking, pinch the edges with damp fingers and check each seal before baking. Serve warm rather than piping hot—the cheese will have time to settle slightly and will be even creamier.
