Jul 13 2026
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Garlic Cheese Bread Recipe

Inspired by Mama Carolla's
Time1h 30m
Serves8

homemade bread stuffed with mozzarella cheese and baked golden brown - great with your salad!

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Ingredients

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Bread Dough

Filling

Topping

Method

Prepare the Dough

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.

  4. 4

    Knead the Dough

    Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  5. 5

    Let Dough Rise

    Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Prepare the Filling

  1. 6

    Mix Filling Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese, minced garlic, softened butter, and chopped parsley. Mix well and set aside.

Assemble the Bread

  1. 7

    Shape the Dough

    Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.

  2. 8

    Add Filling

    Spread the cheese filling evenly over the surface of the rolled-out dough.

  3. 9

    Roll Up the Dough

    Starting from one end of the rectangle, carefully roll the dough up tightly into a log shape.

  4. 10

    Seal the Edges

    Pinch the ends and seams to seal the dough. Place the rolled dough seam side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Prepare the Topping

  1. 11

    Mix Topping Ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, and dried oregano.

  2. 12

    Spread Topping

    Brush the topping mixture over the surface of the rolled dough.

Bake the Bread

  1. 13

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 14

    Bake

    Bake the garlic cheese bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

  3. 15

    Cool and Serve

    Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm with a salad or as a side dish.

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