Roasted Vegemite and Cheese Scrolls

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-13 · Updated 2026-06-13

Soft, savory scrolls filled with roasted onions, Vegemite, and melted cheese—a beloved Australian snack perfect for tea time. This Australian-inspired recipe, ready in about 125 minutes, turns all-purpose flour, instant yeast, warm milk into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) instant yeast
• 1 cup (110°F/43°C) warm milk
• 2 tbsp, softened unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 medium, finely diced onion
• 3 tbsp Vegemite
• 1 1/2 cups, grated cheddar cheese
• 1, beaten for egg wash egg

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1 tsp salt. Add 1 cup warm milk, 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter, and 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Mix and knead for 8-10 minutes until a smooth, elastic dough forms.
2. Step 2: Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, heat a small skillet over medium heat and sauté 1 finely diced medium onion for 5 minutes until caramelized and golden. Remove from heat.
4. Step 4: On a floured surface, roll the dough into a 12x16-inch rectangle. Spread 3 tbsp Vegemite evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the caramelized onion and 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese evenly on top.
5. Step 5: Roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log. Cut into 12 equal scrolls and place them cut side up in a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
6. Step 6: Brush the tops with 1 beaten egg and let the scrolls rise for 20 minutes.
7. Step 7: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the scrolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
8. Step 8: Cool slightly before serving warm.