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Parmesan Herb Italian Hoagie Rolls

Super tender and fluffy hoagie rolls topped with herbs, parmesan and sea salt. They are perfect for meatball subs, deli subs or breakfast subs!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Proofing Time1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 55 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 360 grams of water, warm (1 1/2 cups)
  • 14 grams of active dry yeast (2 envelopes)
  • 15 grams of granulated sugar (1 tablespoon)
  • 600 grams of bread flour (about 3 3/4 cups)
  • 35 grams of olive oil (2 1/2 tablespoons)
  • 12 grams of salt (2 teaspoons)
  • 1 large egg

Parmesan Herb Toppings

  • 1/3 cup of parmesan, finely shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of dried Italian herbs
  • water, in a spray bottle (for misting)

Instructions

  • Whisk 14 grams of active dry yeast and 15 grams of granulated sugar into 360 grams of warm water and set aside until foamy
  • In the bowl of your stand mixer, add 35 grams of olive oil oil, a large egg and the bloomed yeast and mixed to combine
  • Add 600 grams of bread flour and 12 grams of salt and mix until mostly combined
  • Using your dough hook knead on medium until the dough starts to come together and then increase the speed to medium high and knead for 6 to 8 minutes or until the dough is smooth, springy and just a little tacky to the touch
  • Transfer the dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover and let rest in a warm place for about an hour or until double in volume
  • Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and divide the dough into 6 equal portions (or more if smaller hoagie rolls are preferred)
  • Roll the portions into little logs that are about 10” long by 2” wide and place them onto a parchment lined baking sheet leaving an inch or 2 between each hoagie roll
  • Once they have all been shaped, cover the baking sheet with a light towel and let them rest in a warm place for 30 minutes
  • Preheat your oven to over to 375 degrees
  • Combine 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon of dried Italian herbs and shred about 1/3 cup of parmesan and set aside for now
  • Before you bake the hoagie rolls, lightly mist their tops with water and sprinkle with the herb mixture and some finely shredded parmesan
  • Bake in a 375 degree oven for about 20 minutes or until they are golden brown and have an internal temperature of 190 degrees
  • Allow the hoagies to cool before slicing and using
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days