Description

Soft, fluffy, and packed with buttery garlic goodness, this Swirled Garlic Herb And Cheese Bread features a fragrant blend of fresh herbs and three types of cheese rolled into a delicious yeast bread. Perfect as an appetizer or alongside your favorite meals, it boasts a golden crust and a rich, cheesy swirl with vibrant garlic herb butter.

Ingredients

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Dough

3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 ¼ cups warm water
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil

Garlic Herb Butter

4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or rosemary)
4 tablespoons butter

Cheeses

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¾ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Activate yeast: In a large bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast and sugar in the warm water. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
Make the dough: Add the all-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Knead the ingredients together until a soft, elastic dough forms, either by hand or using a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook.
First rise: Cover the bowl with a clean towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, approximately 1 hour.
Prepare garlic herb butter: While the dough is rising, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped fresh herbs, sautéing gently until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Roll out dough: Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle.
Assemble bread: Evenly spread the garlic herb butter over the rolled-out dough. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella, sharp cheddar, and grated Parmesan cheeses evenly on top.
Shape the loaf: Roll the dough up tightly in a jelly-roll style starting from one long side. Slice the rolled dough lengthwise into two halves. Twist the two halves together, keeping the cut sides facing up to showcase the cheese swirl.
Second rise: Place the twisted loaf in a greased baking pan and cover. Allow it to rise another 30 minutes in a warm place until puffy.
Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Slice and serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

For a stronger garlic flavor, add a little roasted garlic to the herb butter.
You can substitute fresh herbs with 1 tablespoon of dried herbs if fresh are unavailable.
Use a kitchen towel or plastic wrap to cover dough during rising to prevent drying out.
Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing to avoid the cheese running out.
Store leftovers tightly wrapped at room temperature up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: garlic bread, herb bread, cheesy bread, appetizer, homemade bread, artisan bread