Description
Swirled Garlic Herb And Cheese Bread is a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of roasted garlic, fresh herbs, and gooey mozzarella cheese in a soft, buttery loaf. This easy-to-make bread is perfect for any occasion, whether served as a side dish with pasta, enjoyed warm as a snack, or presented at gatherings. Its enticing aroma and beautiful swirled design will impress family and friends alike. With straightforward instructions and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can create this mouthwatering bread from scratch. Prepare to fill your kitchen with the irresistible scent of baked goodness that everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (2 for dough, 2 for filling)
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (thyme, parsley, or rosemary)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
- Add eggs, softened butter, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture; knead until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
- Melt butter in a pan; add minced garlic and cook for about 2 minutes. Stir in herbs.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle on a floured surface; brush with garlic herb butter and sprinkle mozzarella.
- Roll tightly into a log; slice lengthwise and twist halves together with cut sides up.
- Place in a greased baking pan; let rise for another 30–40 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C); brush with egg wash and bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool for about 15 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg