🍞 Savory Cheddar & Herb Swirl Bread

A soft, buttery loaf swirled with sharp cheddar, garlic butter, and fresh herbs. Golden on the outside, cheesy and aromatic on the inside — perfect served warm or toasted.

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Ingredients:

For the dough:
• 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
• 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) instant yeast
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup (240ml) warm milk
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 egg

For the filling:
• 1 ½ cups (170g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives
• ¼ tsp salt
• Black pepper to taste

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Instructions:
1. Make the dough: In a large bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy. Add melted butter, egg, salt, and flour. Mix and knead by hand or with a mixer for 8–10 minutes until smooth.
2. Let rise: Cover and let the dough rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
3. Prepare filling: In a small bowl, mix softened butter, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
4. Roll & fill: On a floured surface, roll the dough into a rectangle (about 9x14”). Spread the herb butter over it, then sprinkle evenly with shredded cheese.
5. Shape the loaf: Roll the dough into a log from the long side. Slice in half lengthwise, twist the two halves around each other (cut sides facing up), and place into a greased loaf pan.
6. Second rise: Let the shaped loaf rise for 30–40 minutes.
7. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before slicing.

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