Romanian Bread Rolls
Chifle are soft, fluffy bread rolls that are a staple on Romanian tables. A well-kneaded leavened dough yields rolls with a thin golden crust and a white, airy, tender crumb inside. Served with butter, cold cuts, or cheese, they are ideal for sandwiches or alongside soup.
Servings
10
Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
2 hrs (including proving)
🥘Ingredients
servings
Dough
For finishing
✅Dietary Compatibility
Yield
10–12 rolls
📦Storage
Refrigerator
Not recommended — refrigeration dries out bread. Store at room temperature, wrapped in cling film or a bag, for up to 2 days.
Freezer
Freeze excellently for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature or reheat directly from frozen at 180°C for 10 minutes.
🥗Nutrition Facts
Estimated values per roll (from 10 rolls, without topping)
Calories
approx. 185 kcal / roll
Protein
5 g
Fat
3 g
Carbohydrates
35 g
Fiber
1.5 g
🍷Pairs Well With
💡Variations
Milk rolls: replace all the water with warm milk for exceptionally soft, delicate rolls with a creamy crumb.
Seeded rolls: scatter a mix of sesame, poppy, flax, and sunflower seeds on top before baking.
Wholemeal rolls: replace 200 g of the white flour with wholemeal wheat flour for a more nutritious version with a mild nutty flavour.
Garlic and herb rolls: add 2 crushed garlic cloves and 1 tbsp of finely chopped rosemary or thyme to the dough for a Mediterranean flavour.