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Swirled Garlic Herb And Cheese Bread

A soft, pull-apart bread swirled with garlic, fresh herbs, and melted cheese, perfect for parties or family meals.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: American, Homemade
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bread Dough
  • 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2.25 tsp active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 1 cup warm milk 110°F / 43°C
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 egg large
Filling
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives optional, chopped
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or mix
  • 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Loaf pan or baking sheet
  • Rolling pin
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm milk, let sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Add yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 8–10 minutes.
  3. Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
  4. Mix softened butter, garlic, parsley, chives, and dried herbs for filling.
  5. Roll dough into a 12×18 inch rectangle. Spread garlic herb butter evenly and sprinkle shredded cheese.
  6. Roll dough into a log, cut lengthwise into two halves, twist together to form swirled loaf.
  7. Place loaf in greased pan, cover, and let rise 30–45 minutes.
  8. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden brown. Optional: sprinkle extra cheese for last 5 minutes.
  9. Cool slightly, slice, and serve warm. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Adjust herbs or cheese types based on preference for flavor variation.