Garlic Bread Swirls Recipe

Ingredients

Dough

* 3½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour
* 1 cup (240ml) warm milk
* 2¼ tsp (7g) instant yeast
* 2 tbsp sugar
* 2 tbsp olive oil
* 1 tsp salt

Garlic Butter Filling

* 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
* 4 cloves garlic, minced
* 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
* 1 tsp Italian seasoning
* 1½ cups (150g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
* ¼ cup (25g) Parmesan cheese, grated

Topping

* 1 egg (for egg wash)
* 1 tbsp melted butter
* 1 tsp parsley flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a bowl.
2. Let stand for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
3. Add olive oil, salt, and flour.
4. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Cover and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 2: Roll the Dough

1. Roll the dough into a rectangle about 12 × 16 inches (30 × 40 cm).

Step 3: Add Garlic Butter & Cheese

1. Combine butter, garlic, parsley, and Italian seasoning.
2. Spread evenly over the dough.
3. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the surface.

Step 4: Roll & Slice

1. Roll the dough tightly into a log.
2. Slice into 12–14 equal swirls.

Step 5: Arrange & Proof

1. Place swirls on a parchment-lined baking tray.
2. Leave space between each swirl.
3. Cover and let rise for 20–30 minutes.

Step 6: Bake

1. Brush tops with egg wash.
2. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
3. Brush with melted butter immediately after baking.
4. Sprinkle with parsley flakes.

Serve

Serve warm with marinara sauce, garlic dip, or soup.