Description

These fluffy homemade sub rolls feature a pillowy soft interior with a golden, herb-garlic crust, perfect for sandwiches or weekend dinners. The recipe is quick, easy, and uses simple pantry staples with fresh herbs and garlic for a flavorful crust.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups all-purpose flour (about 480 g), sifted
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F / 43°C)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
Pinch of sea salt flakes

Instructions

Activate the yeast: In a large mixing bowl, stir warm water (110°F/43°C) with sugar and yeast. Let sit for 5-7 minutes until foamy.
Mix the dough: Add olive oil, salt, and sifted flour gradually to the yeast mixture. Mix until combined. Knead by stand mixer on medium speed for 6-8 minutes or by hand on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First rise: Shape dough into a ball and place in a lightly oiled bowl, turning once to coat. Cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shape the rolls: Punch down dough gently. Divide into 6-8 equal pieces (about 4.2 oz or 120 g each). Roll each piece into a 6-inch sub roll shape with tapered ends. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet spaced 1 inch apart.
Second rise: Cover rolls loosely with a towel and let rise for 30-40 minutes until puffy and nearly doubled.
Prepare herb-garlic butter: Combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, and a pinch of sea salt in a small bowl.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Apply crust and bake: Brush each roll generously with herb-garlic butter, reserving some for after baking. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and crusty. Rolls should sound hollow when tapped.
Final touch: Brush rolls again with remaining herb-garlic butter immediately after baking.
Cool: Transfer rolls to a cooling rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use water at 110°F to activate yeast properly. Knead dough until smooth and elastic for best texture. Brush herb-garlic butter before and after baking for a flavorful crust. Avoid overbaking to keep rolls soft inside. Use fresh herbs for best flavor; dried herbs can be substituted at one-third the amount. Dough can be prepared ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Bread
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 180
Fat: 3.5
Carbohydrates: 34
Fiber: 1.5
Protein: 5

Keywords: sub rolls, homemade bread, herb garlic crust, fluffy rolls, sandwich rolls, easy bread recipe