These sandwich bread rolls are a simple yet elegant appetizer that everyone will love. Crispy baked toast wraps around a creamy filling of cream cheese and fresh rocket, enhanced with green olives for a perfect bite. Quick to prepare and delicious, these rolls are ideal for parties, snacks, or light meals, and they look as good as they taste.
What Are Sandwich Bread Rolls?
Sandwich bread rolls are rolled slices of toast baked to a light golden crisp and filled with a flavorful, creamy mixture. In this version, the filling is made from cream cheese and peppery rocket salad, while green olives add a savory note. They’re an easy and elegant way to transform simple ingredients into a party-ready snack.
Why Everyone Will Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy: Ready in under 20 minutes
- Crispy outside, creamy inside: Perfect texture contrast
- Perfect for entertaining: Bite-sized and visually appealing
- Customizable: Add herbs, spices, or different cheeses
- Kid-friendly: Fun finger food for the whole family
Pro Tips for Success
- Flatten the bread evenly: Rolling the toast slightly makes it easier to form neat rolls.
- Use fresh rocket: Provides a peppery contrast to the creamy cheese.
- Brush with olive oil and oregano: Ensures a golden, aromatic crust.
- Secure with toothpicks: Keeps the rolls intact during baking.
- Serve immediately: The bread is crispest when fresh from the oven.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these in advance?
Yes! You can prepare the rolls and bake them, then refrigerate and fill just before serving.
Can I use other greens instead of rocket?
Yes! Spinach, arugula, or baby kale are great alternatives.
Can I substitute cream cheese?
Mascarpone, ricotta, or goat cheese work well for different flavors and textures.
Are these rolls suitable for parties?
Absolutely! Their bite-sized form makes them perfect as appetizers or finger food.
Can I make them vegan?
Yes! Use a plant-based cream cheese substitute to make them fully vegan.
How to Store
Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day. Add the filling right before serving to prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
How to Freeze
Prepare and bake the bread rolls as instructed but do not add the filling. Wrap each roll individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, or place in a freezer-safe bag.Thaw at room temperature for 30–60 minutes, then fill with cream cheese and rocket just before serving.
Ingredients
How to Make Sandwich Bread Rolls
Lay the toast slices on a cutting board and slightly flatten with a rolling pin. Cut each slice in half. Roll them up tightly and secure with two toothpicks.
Mix olive oil and dry oregano. Place the rolls on a parchment-lined baking tray and brush with the mixture. Bake at 180°C (360°F) for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
Blend cream cheese, rocket salad, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth. Remove toothpicks from the rolls and fill each with the creamy mixture.
Top each roll with a green olive and serve immediately.
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