Cream Cheese and Chive Rolls
Cream Cheese and Chive Rolls are a delightful treat that offers flaky, buttery layers filled with a rich, creamy chive mixture—perfect for brunch, picnics, or as a side dish.
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides a soft base for the rolls.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder Helps the dough rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold, cubed Adds flakiness.
- 3/4 cup milk Binds the ingredients.
Filling Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened The star of the filling.
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives Adds fresh flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Enhances savoriness.
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Adds warmth.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the milk until a soft dough forms.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the cream cheese, chives, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough.
- Roll up the dough tightly from the long side and slice into 1-inch rolls.
- Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Serving
- Serve the rolls warm and enjoy!
Notes
Use cold butter for flakiness. Chill the flour for better results. You can add herbs like parsley or dill or cheese to the filling. The dough can be refrigerated before use.