Cheese Stuffed Mini Buns (Soft Lunchbox Bread Rolls)
These cheese stuffed mini buns feature fluffy dinner roll dough wrapped around a melty mozzarella or cheddar core and brushed with herb butter. Ready in 25 minutes using ready-made or quick biscuit dough, they make an effortless handheld school lunch. Pack them alongside fresh fruit and veggie sticks for a wholesome midday meal.
Instructions
- 01
Flatten Dough Portions: Press each mini dough portion into a 2.5-inch round disc using clean fingertips.
- 02
Enclose Cheese Core: Place a cheese cube in the center of each disc. Pull the dough edges up and pinch the seam tightly to seal completely.
- 03
Arrange Seam-Side Down: Place the rolls seam-side down in a mini muffin tin or on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- 04
Brush Herb Butter: Whisk melted butter with garlic powder and dried parsley; brush generously over roll tops, then sprinkle with Parmesan.
- 05
Bake Golden: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes until tops are golden brown and rolls are puffed.
- 06
Cool & Pack: Let cool to room temperature before placing into bento lunchboxes.
- ✦Pinch Seams Tightly: Ensure you pinch and seal the dough base securely so the cheese stays inside while expanding in the oven.
- ✦Room Temperature Delicious: Unlike fried cheese snacks, these soft bread buns taste wonderful at room temperature without reheating.
- ✦Freezer Storage: Freeze baked buns in a sealed freezer bag for up to 1 month. Thaw in the lunchbox by lunchtime.
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Easy Variations
Pizza Stuffed Mini Buns
Add 1/2 teaspoon of pizza sauce and a slice of mini pepperoni inside alongside the cheese cube.
Whole-Wheat Cheese Buns
Use whole-wheat roll dough for increased dietary fiber and wholesome nutty flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use store-bought pizza dough for these mini cheese buns?
A: Yes, divide store-bought refrigerated pizza dough into 6 small golf-ball sized pieces, stuff with cheese, and bake as directed.
Q: Do these stuffed buns need to be kept cold in the lunchbox?
A: Pack in an insulated lunch bag with a small ice pack to maintain proper food safety for baked dairy goods.
Nutrition
Approximate values — meant as a guide, not a verdict.
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