Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Swirled Garlic Herb And Cheese Bread, a heavenly creation that combines golden, pillowy bread with melty mozzarella and aromatic herbs. This irresistible treat is perfect for any occasion, whether as a comforting side dish to your favorite pasta or a delicious appetizer at family gatherings. The beautiful swirls not only make it visually appealing but also pack each bite with an explosion of flavor. Easy to prepare and memorable, this recipe will leave your guests longing for more.
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
- 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
- Activate the yeast by mixing warm milk with sugar and yeast; let sit until foamy (about 10 minutes).
- Combine eggs, softened butter, flour, and salt with the yeast mixture; knead until smooth and elastic. Let rise covered for one hour.
- Prepare garlic herb filling by sautéing minced garlic in melted butter; stir in fresh herbs and cool slightly.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, brush with garlic herb butter, and sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly.
- Roll dough into a log, slice lengthwise, and twist both halves together with cut sides facing up.
- Place twisted loaf in a greased pan; cover and let rise for another 30–40 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C); brush loaf with egg wash and bake for about 35–40 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool before slicing and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg