Swirled Garlic Herb & Cheese Bread (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough Base
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¾ cup buttermilk, room temperature
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2½ teaspoons instant yeast
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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3 large eggs, room temperature
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3½-4 cups bread flour
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1¼ teaspoons salt
→ Filling
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6 tablespoons salted butter, room temperature
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4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
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2 cups grated cheddar cheese
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½ cup fresh chopped basil
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2 tablespoons fresh chopped thyme
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1 tablespoon fresh chopped oregano
→ Topping
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2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
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¼ teaspoon garlic powder
# Instructions:
01 -
Mix buttermilk, yeast, sugar, eggs, flour, and salt in stand mixer with dough hook 4-5 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons butter, mix 2-3 minutes more. Add more flour if needed until smooth.
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Cover bowl with plastic wrap, let rise in warm place 2 hours until doubled. Meanwhile, combine remaining butter, garlic, cheeses, and herbs in small bowl.
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Roll dough to 12x18 inch rectangle. Spread with herb-butter mixture and cheddar. Roll into log lengthwise and pinch to seal.
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Cut log in half lengthwise (leaving one end intact). Cross halves over each other to create twist. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Cover with plastic wrap and let rise 45 minutes in warm place.
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Brush with melted butter and garlic powder. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
# Notes:
01 -
Best served warm right out of the oven
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Use room temperature ingredients for best results