Bring a little holiday magic to your table with our soft, golden cheese stuffed dinner rolls filled with warm Brie balanced with sweet cranberry. They look impressive but are easy to assemble, making them perfect for parties, family meals, or any cozy gathering. Each roll bakes up fluffy on the outside with a creamy, melty center.
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Our cranberry Brie stuffed bread rolls make a beautiful addition to any special occasion, and the process is far simpler than it looks with the use of Bridgford Frozen Ready-Dough®. The dough wraps easily around the Brie and cranberry for a quick recipe that delivers bakery-style results. We love having Ready-Dough stocked in our freezer during the busy holidays.
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Why We Love These Cheese Stuffed Dinner Rolls
- A creative version of the classic roll
These cheese stuffed dinner rolls offer a fun surprise inside! We took plain (dare I say boring?) dinner rolls and gave them an upgrade- melty cheese and the sweet tang of cranberry. - Made with frozen dough
Frozen Ready-Dough products make it easy to have a “made-from-scratch” taste with the convenience of dough from your freezer, ready to thaw, and use. The non-GMO dough makes a perfect freezer staple for the busy holiday season. - Great for sharing
They travel well, reheat beautifully, and look stunning on a platter, making them ideal for potlucks, parties, or gifting during the holidays.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Bridgford Frozen Ready-Dough: works wonderfully, it rises beautifully, bakes up light and airy, and saves so much prep time. Because it is already portioned and easy to handle, it gives these rolls a consistent texture and a bakery-quality finish.
- Cranberry sauce: strain well to keep the dough from getting soggy. Use our homemade cranberry sauce or choose your favorite store brand.
- Brie cheese: Brie melts beautifully, but Camembert cheese is an excellent substitute with a similar creamy texture. The rind can stay on or be removed, based on preference.
- Fresh rosemary: adds a fragrant finish, but thyme or sage can be swapped in for a different aroma.
- Butter: Melted butter gives the rolls a glossy, golden finish and adds a rich flavor. Salted or unsalted butter both work; just adjust the added salt if needed. You can also brush on herb-infused butter for an extra touch.
- Sea salt: this is optional, though it brings a lovely contrast to the sweet filling. Flaky kosher salt is another good choice.
Enjoy creating easy treats with frozen bread dough? You’ll love our monkey pizza bread recipe, pepperoni calzone recipe, and soft pretzel balls, too.
Where to Buy Bridgford Products
Bridgford products are widely available at grocery stores and retailers nationwide. Check for a freestanding display in the meat section for the Salami, Summer Sausage, and Pepperoni. The freezer aisle will hold the Parkerhouse Style Rolls and Bridgford Ready-Dough.
Here’s a link for where to buy Bridgford Bread & Rolls
Here’s a link for where to buy Bridgford Meat Snacks
To shop a selection of Bridgford Meat Snacks online, visit their online store.
With Bridgford Foods ready to serve meats in your pantry and Bridgford Ready-Dough in your freezer, you are ready for anything this holiday season from monkey bread, to fresh dinner rolls and pizzas.
🎯 TFN Pro Tip
Chill the Brie before cubing
A quick 10–15 minutes in the freezer makes the cheese firmer and easier to cut into clean, even pieces.
Recipe Variations
- Savory garlic mozzarella rolls: Skip the cranberry, swap the Brie for a cube of mozzarella and add a pinch of garlic powder inside each portion of dough before sealing. Brush the baked rolls with warm garlic butter and sprinkle with parsley for a cozy, savory version.
- Cheddar herb pull apart rolls: Try small cubes of cheddar along with a mix of fresh herbs inside each roll. After baking, brush the tops with melted garlic herb butter and a light dusting of italian seasoning for an extra fragrant finish that pairs beautifully with soups and salads.
- Swap the cranberry: Swap the cranberry sauce for a cherry jam and add some walnuts.
Equipment Used
- Strainer
- Baking sheet with parchment paper
How to Make Stuffed Bread Rolls
- Strain the cranberry sauce in the sieve while prepping the dough rolls.
- Place the thawed dough on a lightly floured surface and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a rough ball, then press it into a flat circle, about 3 inches wide.
- For each circle of dough, add one or two Brie cubes, about one teaspoon of the strained cranberry sauce, and a pinch of rosemary in the center.
- Gather the edges of the dough up around the filling, pinch firmly to seal, then roll gently between your hands to form a smooth ball. Arrange the filled dough balls seam side down in the prepared pan, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Cover and let the rolls rise in a warm spot for 30 to 45 minutes. Near the end of the rising time, heat the oven to 375°F.
- Brush the tops of the risen rolls with half of the melted butter. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until the rolls are golden brown
- Remove the pan from the oven and let the Cranberry Brie Stuffed Dinner Rolls cool for about 10 minutes. Brush the warm tops with the remaining melted butter, then sprinkle with minced rosemary and sea salt flakes.
🎯 TFN Pro Tip
Seal tightly for perfect rolls
Pinch the dough firmly and roll it gently between your hands to keep the filling tucked inside these stuffed bread rolls.
Serving Suggestions
These stuffed bread rolls make a beautiful addition to any holiday meal, and they pair especially well with mains like roasted turkey, glazed ham, or slow-cooked chicken. Serve your cranberry Brie stuffed dinner rolls alongside sides such as green beans, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad to balance the richness. They also shine next to warm appetizers like spinach dip or a festive charcuterie board. For soup lovers, try them with creamy tomato, acorn squash, or chicken noodle for a comforting combination. Add warm cider, sparkling cranberry juice, or a glass of wine to complete the spread, and finish with desserts like apple cobbler, lemon cake, or chocolate cookies. These rolls can be served in a bread basket, placed around a roast, or arranged on a party platter as a holiday appetizer everyone will reach for.
Recipe FAQs
Yes. Assemble the rolls through the shaping step, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before the final rise and baking.
Removing excess liquid prevents the dough from getting soggy and keeps the filling neatly contained during baking. It also helps the flavor stay bright without watering down the center of your stuffed bread rolls. We recommend leaving the cranberry sauce sitting in the strainer while prepping other ingredients.
Place cooled rolls in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes to bring back their soft, warm texture.
Yes. Freeze them after baking and cooling, then warm them in the oven until heated through. They maintain great texture and make a lovely make ahead option for busy days.
More Holiday Recipes to Love…
- Holiday Punch Recipe
- Nutter Butter Snowman Cookies
- Stuffed Turkey Breast Recipe
- Gingerbread Bundt Cake Recipe
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Cranberry Brie Stuffed Dinner Rolls
Equipment
- strainer or sieve
- 9" x 13" baking sheet
- parchment paper or non-stick cooking spray
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Bridgford Frozen Ready-Dough thawed according to package directions
- ½ cup whole berry cranberry sauce see notes for homemade
- 8 oz Brie cheese cut into small cubes
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary minced
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 tablespoon flaked sea salt optional
Instructions
- Strain cranberry sauce through a fine mesh strainer to remove any excess liquid while preparing other ingredients. Prepare 9×13-inch baking sheet by lining with parchment paper or spraying with non-stick cooking spray, set aside.
- Divide thawed dough into 12 equal portions. Flatten each portion into a 3-inch circle.
- Place 1-2 Brie cubes, 1 teaspoon cranberry sauce, and a pinch of rosemary in the center of each circle. Gather the edges up around the filling and pinch firmly to seal. Roll gently between your palms to create a smooth ball. Place seam-side down on 9×13 pan, about 2" apart.
- Cover with a clean kitchen towel or greased plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 30-45 minutes, until puffy.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush tops of risen rolls with 1/2 of the melted butter. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 10 minutes.Brush with remaining melted butter, then sprinkle with rosemary and sea salt flakes. Garnish serving plate with any leftover rosemary sprigs. Serve warm.
Notes
- Savory garlic mozzarella rolls: Swap the Brie for a cheese cube of mozzarella and add a pinch of garlic powder inside each portion of dough before sealing. Brush the baked rolls with warm garlic butter and sprinkle with parsley for a cozy, savory twist.
- Cheddar herb pull-apart rolls: Try small cubes of cheddar along with a mix of fresh herbs inside each roll. After baking, brush the tops with melted garlic herb butter and a light dusting of italian seasoning for an extra fragrant finish that pairs beautifully with soups and salads.
- Homemade dough variation: If you want a from-scratch option, use your own dough made with flour, yeast, warm water, and a touch of oil. Fill each portion with Brie and cranberry, then finish with rosemary.
- Make ahead: Assemble rolls through step 4, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Let come to room temperature for 30 minutes before the final rise and baking.
- Storage: Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
- Freeze them after baking and cooling, then warm them in the oven until heated through. They maintain great texture and make a lovely make-ahead option for busy days.
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