Description

This Indulgent Swirled Garlic Herb and Cheese Bread Delight is a flavorful, gooey bread perfect for sharing. Featuring a soft bread dough infused with a rich garlic herb butter and layered with melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, it bakes to golden perfection and pairs beautifully with both marinara and creamy Alfredo dipping sauces. Ideal as an appetizer or snack, this bread combines aromatic herbs, savory cheese, and comforting textures for an irresistible treat.

Ingredients

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Bread Dough

1 loaf Bread Dough (homemade or store-bought)

Garlic Herb Butter

1/4 cup Melted Butter
4 cloves Minced Garlic
1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley
1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Basil

Cheese

2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (optional)

Dipping Sauces

1 cup Marinara Sauce
1 cup Creamy Alfredo Sauce

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Instructions

Prepare the Dough: Let the bread dough rise in a warm area until it doubles in size, which should take about 1 to 2 hours. This ensures the bread will be light and fluffy.
Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, roll the risen dough into a rectangle about ¼-inch thick, providing a flat canvas for the garlic herb butter and cheese.
Make Garlic Herb Butter: Combine the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and chopped basil to create a flavorful butter spread.
Spread Mixture: Evenly spread the garlic herb butter mixture over the rolled-out dough to infuse it with rich, aromatic flavor.
Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the buttered dough, followed by the optional grated Parmesan for added depth and richness.
Roll and Slice: Carefully roll the dough into a tight log and slice it into thick sections about 1 to 2 inches wide, creating individual swirled rolls.
Arrange in Pan: Place the sliced rolls in a greased baking dish, spacing them slightly to allow for rising during baking.
Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Serve Warm: Allow to cool slightly for easy pulling apart before serving. Accompany with marinara and creamy Alfredo sauces for dipping.

Notes

For best results, allow the dough to fully rise and double in size before rolling.
You can substitute fresh herbs with dried ones, but reduce quantities to avoid overpowering flavors.
Ensure the garlic is finely minced to evenly distribute its flavor throughout the bread.
The Parmesan cheese is optional but adds a delicious umami boost.
This bread is best enjoyed warm for maximum gooeyness and aroma.
Leftovers can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes to restore freshness.