Cheesymite Scrolls are an Australian classic, the perfect mix between melted cheese and savory Vegemite, with tasty flavor variations. Think of a Ham and Cheese Roll but using cheese with Vegemite instead. Made famous by Baker's Delight Bakery, in every mall in Australia.
What's Vegemite?
Most Americans don't know what Vegemite is. Vegemite is a breakfast staple in Australia, one which Aussie kids grow up on. It's a thick, dark brown, salty yeast extract spread. The flavor is salty, slightly bitter, malty and rich in umami – similar to beef bouillon. It’s most commonly spread very, very thinly on toast, or to make a cheese and Vegemite sandwich. Similar to Marmite or Promite. It’s definitely an acquired taste, which you will either love or hate.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Tastes Like Australia - the famous Aussie flavored scrolls, perfect if you're feeling homesick
- Serving Versatility - enjoy as an after school snack, on your tea break or as a fancy dinner roll
- Home Baked Goodness - nothing tastes better than home baking, and these scrolls are no exception.
Ingredients
- Milk - heated to lukewarm
- Salt and Sugar
- Instant Dry Yeast
- Flour
- Egg
- Melted Butter
- Cheese - grated mozzarella and cheddar cheese
- Vegemite
- Milk Wash - to brush top of scrolls before baking
How to Make Cheesymite Scrolls
- Proof Yeast - mix yeast with ½ lukewarm milk and sugar and salt. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour allow to activate for 15 minutes (you will see bubbles and foam).
- Mix - in a large bowl, add remaining flour, milk, egg and melted butter. Pour in the activated yeast mixture and stir until it forms a shaggy ball.
- Knead - on a floured surface knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic
- Rise - place in oiled bowl, cover with cling wrap and a kitchen towel. Place in warm spot. Takes about 1½ hours to rise. Punch down and gently knead before using.
- Prepare Dough - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle, approximately 16x20 inches.
- Spread Vegemite and Cheese - Spread the Vegemite thinly over the yeast dough, leaving a 1cm border around the dough, Vegemite free. Sprinkle the cheese over the Vegemite.
- Roll and Cut - Roll up the yeast dough firmly until you have a cheesy dough log. Start rolling dough from the long edge, not short edge. Using a sharp knife, cut every 3cm (1 inch) along the dough log. Place the scrolls on a greased baking sheet or parchment paper.
- Rise - Cover loosely with cling wrap and place in a warm place for about 45 minutes, allowing the dough to rise further. This is optional, especially if you're pressed for time, but makes for a better scroll.
- Bake - Brush the Cheesymite Scrolls with milk. Put a pinch of cheese on top of the Cheesymite Scroll. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown. Allow to cool and enjoy.
Bread Machine Cheesymite
This recipe was originally written for a bread machine dough recipe. Some people prefer the convenience of a bread maker to do all the hard work to knead and proof the dough.
- 1 ⅓ cup milk lukewarm
- 3 tablespoons melted butter can use vegetable oil
- 4 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 2 ¼ teaspoons break maker yeast
- Bread Machine Instructions - place ingredients, in the order listed, into your bread machine and select the dough program. Should take about 90 minutes to complete the dough cycle.
Cheesymite Variations
- Bacon Scrolls - add crispy fried bacon over the Vegemite before rolling the buns for a tasty twist
- Onion Scrolls - add crispy onion or caramelized onions over the Vegemite spread
Recipe Tips and FAQs
- Keep it Light - if you're new to Vegemite, start light. As the flavor is strong, a little goes a long way. Experiment, make one side thicker then the other and see which you prefer
- Change the Cheese - substitute with sharper cheese like grated parmesan or Swiss cheese.
- Serve with a Dipping Sauce - try dipping into Ranch Dip, Blue Cheese Dip, Aioli or Tomato Relish
- Serve Warm - these taste amazing when served warm. If cooled, place into into oven to gently warm
Can I Freeze Cheesymite Scrolls
Yes, these freeze well. Place cooled scrolls into a Ziploc bag and place in freezer. Enjoy within 3 months. Defrost before serving, warming in oven to restore freshness.
Can I Make Mini Scrolls?
Yes, these are perfect for parties. Cut the dough in half, and roll out each half of the yeast dough into 2 rectangles, about ½ cm (¼") thick. This will make 24 small scrolls.
Storage
Cheesymite Scrolls are best enjoyed on the day you want to eat them. Place in an airtight container, keep at room temperature and enjoy within 1 to 2 days. If keeping refrigerated, they will last 3 to 4 days.
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Cheesymite Scrolls are so simple, just cheese and Vegemite rolled up into a yeast dough scroll. Versatile with different variations to try, everyone will love this classic Aussie treat. Bon Appetit! Приятного аппетита!
Ingredients
Yeast Dough recipe
- 1 ⅓ cup milk lukewarm
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon Instant Dry Yeast
- 4 cups flour
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons melted butter can substitute with vegetable oil
Filling ingredients
- 2 cups grated mozzarella and cheddar cheese mixture
- 3 tablespoons Vegemite
- milk for brushing top of Cheesymite Scrolls
Instructions
Yeast Dough
- Proof Yeast - mix yeast with ½ lukewarm milk and sugar and salt. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour allow to activate for 15 minutes (you will see bubbles and foam).
- Mix - in a large bowl, add remaining flour, milk, egg and melted butter. Pour in the activated yeast mixture and stir until it forms a shaggy ball.
- Knead - on a floured surface knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic
- Rise - place in oiled bowl, cover with cling wrap and a kitchen towel. Place in warm spot. Takes about 1½ hours to rise. Punch down and gently knead before using.
How to Make Cheesymite Rolls
- Prepare Dough - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle, approximately 16x20 inches.
- Spread Vegemite and Cheese - Spread the Vegemite thinly over the yeast dough, leaving a 1cm border around the dough, Vegemite free. Sprinkle the cheese over the Vegemite.
- Roll and Cut - Roll up the yeast dough firmly until you have a cheesy dough log. Start rolling dough from the long edge, not short edge. Using a sharp knife, cut every 3cm (1 inch) along the dough log. Place the scrolls on a greased baking sheet or parchment paper.
- Rise - Cover loosely with cling wrap and place in a warm place for about 45 minutes, allowing the dough to rise further. This is optional, especially if you're pressed for time, but makes for a better scroll.
- Bake - Brush the Cheesymite Scrolls with milk. Put a pinch of cheese on top of the Cheesymite Scroll. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown. Allow to cool and enjoy.
©PetersFoodAdventures.com *originally posted August 2016, updated February 2024
