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Swirled Garlic Herb And Cheese Bread

Swirled Garlic Herb and Cheese Bread That'll Wow Your Guests

This Swirled Garlic Herb and Cheese Bread is a delightful comfort food featuring layers of dough filled with mozzarella, garlic, and herbs, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 40 minutes
Second Rise 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Milk activates yeast, can substitute with almond milk
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast ensure it's fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar helps activate the yeast
  • 2 Large Eggs use fresh for best flavor
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (softened) can substitute with coconut oil
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour or 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Filling
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (for filling)
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic (finely minced)
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Herbs (thyme, parsley, or rosemary) or use dried herbs, reduce to 2 tsp
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese can substitute with other cheeses
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 Large Egg (for egg wash) or use milk for a simpler wash
  • 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Loaf pan
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Swirled Garlic Herb And Cheese Bread
  1. Activate the Yeast: Combine warm milk, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast in a bowl. Let sit for about 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Prepare the Dough: Add eggs, softened butter, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth. Let rise for 1 hour.
  3. Make the Garlic Herb Filling: Melt butter in a skillet, sauté garlic for 2 minutes, and stir in chopped herbs. Allow to cool slightly.
  4. Roll Out the Dough: Punch down the risen dough and roll into a rectangle. Brush with garlic herb butter and sprinkle with cheese.
  5. Shape the Bread: Roll the dough into a log, slice lengthwise, and twist the halves together. Place in a greased loaf pan.
  6. Second Rise: Cover the loaf with a cloth and let it rise for 30-40 minutes until puffy.
  7. Preheat and Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare egg wash, brush on the loaf, and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Cool and Serve: Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then turn out and cool completely. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure milk is warm, knead dough until elastic, and allow ample time for rising.

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