Crispy Cheesy Roll Ups (Printable)
Crisp, gooey cheese roll ups with a Parmesan herb finish — ready in 20 minutes for snacks or parties.
# What You Need:
→ Main
01 - 8 slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed
02 - 8 sticks mozzarella cheese or cheddar cheese
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
04 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Black pepper, to taste
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F or heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat for pan frying.
02 - Flatten each bread slice evenly to approximately 1/4-inch thickness using a rolling pin.
03 - Place one cheese stick along the edge of each bread slice and roll up tightly, sealing the edge with a small amount of melted butter.
04 - Brush the exterior of each roll up with melted butter. Combine Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian herbs, then sprinkle the seasoning blend evenly over each roll.
05 - Arrange roll ups seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking tray. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden and crisp; alternatively, pan fry, turning for uniform browning.
06 - Serve warm accompanied by marinara sauce or preferred dipping accompaniment.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- They're so easy to make that you can whip them up even when friends drop by unexpectedly.
- Every crispy bite hides a cheesy center that's gooey and perfectly seasoned just the way I like it.
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- Once I tried skipping the melted butter to lighten things up, but the bread just dried out and never crisped—it needs the fat to really shine.
- Rubbing the herbs between your hands right before sprinkling actually wakes up their flavor—suddenly the aroma fills the kitchen and everyone asks what's cooking.
03 -
- If you have time, freeze the rolled bread before baking for cleaner edges and less cheese escape.
- Always line your baking tray with parchment: Less mess, easy clean-up, and nothing sticks.