Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade Swirled Garlic Herb And Cheese Bread—a delightful combination of fluffy dough swirled with roasted garlic, fresh herbs, and gooey mozzarella. This irresistible bread is perfect for family gatherings, dinner parties, or simply enjoying as a comforting snack. With its eye-catching presentation and rich flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table. Serve it warm alongside soups, salads, or pasta dishes for a complete meal experience.
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 (softened for dough and 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
Instructions
- Prepare the yeast by combining warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a bowl; let sit until foamy (about 10 minutes).
- Mix eggs and softened butter into the yeast mixture, then gradually add flour and salt; knead until smooth.
- Place the dough in a warm area and let it rise for about an hour.
- For the filling, melt butter in a pan, add minced garlic and herbs; set aside to cool.
- Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle and brush with garlic herb butter; sprinkle mozzarella evenly.
- Roll the dough into a log, slice lengthwise to reveal swirls, twist halves together and place in a greased baking pan.
- Let the loaf rise again for about 30–40 minutes before brushing with an egg wash.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg