Cheese Twisted Bread
This savory and mouthwatering cheese twisted bread is ideal for any kind of gathering. It’s an easy-to-make and even easier-to-eat mix of soft, fluffy bread twisted with gooey cheese. Warm it up straight out of the oven and serve it with your favorite dish or as a snack.
Components:
Regarding the Dough:
- Three cups of all-purpose flour
- Two tsp of dry active yeast
- One spoonful of sugar
- One tsp salt
- One cup of heated (45°C/110°F) water
- Two tsp olive oil
- Regarding the Cheese Filling:
- Two cups of finely shredded mozzarella (or cheddar, or a combination of your preferred cheeses)
- Two tsp of melted butter
- One teaspoon of optional garlic powder
- 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, grated
- Fresh herbs for garnish, such as thyme or parsley, are optional.
Guidelines:
Step 1: Get the dough ready
- To activate the yeast, combine the sugar, yeast, and warm water in a small basin. Allow it to sit for five to ten minutes, or until the yeast starts to foam.
- To make the dough, mix the flour and salt together in a sizable mixing bowl. Add the olive oil and the mixture of activated yeast. Mix until a dough takes shape.
- Knead the dough for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic, by transferring it to a surface that has been lightly floured.
- Raise the dough: Put the dough in a bowl that has been oiled, cover it with a kitchen towel, and set it in a warm location to rise for approximately an hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Step 2: Get the cheese filling ready.
- Melt the butter and, if using, the garlic powder in a small bowl.
- After grating the cheeses, reserve them.
Step 3: Put the Cheese Twisted Bread Together
- After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large (12 x 18 inch) rectangle on a floured board.
- Apply the melted butter and garlic mixture onto the dough.
- Over the dough, evenly distribute the shredded mozzarella (or other preferred cheese) and Parmesan.
Step 4: Form the Bread Twisted
- Fold and cut: To cover the cheese, fold the dough in half lengthwise. Cut the dough into 1-inch-wide strips using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Twist: Gently twist each strip, then arrange them on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper.
- Allow it to rise once more: Toss in a kitchen towel and give the twisted bread another fifteen to twenty minutes to rise.
Bake the Twisted Bread in Step Five.
- Turn the oven on to 375°F, or 190°C.
- Bake the cheese twists for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the edges are golden brown.
Step Six: Present
- Before serving, take out of the oven and allow it cool for a few minutes.
- If desired, garnish with fresh herbs such as thyme or parsley.
Advice:
- Cheese Selections: For a variety of tastes, try combining different cheeses, such as pepper jack, fontina, and gouda.
- Add-ins: For more taste, you can add cooked bacon, sun-dried tomatoes, or chopped olives.
- Serve with marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or garlic butter on the side for dipping.
In summary:
- The ideal balance of melting, gooey cheese and soft, chewy bread may be found in this Cheese Twisted Bread. Its lovely twisted form and simple recipe make it a wonderful addition to any dinner or gathering. Warm up and savor each gooey bite!