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Bread with a slice cut off to show the swirled interior.

Fresh Herb Bread

Fresh herbs and butter swirl around a soft, fluffy loaf of bread surrounded by a crunchy exterior.
5 from 17 votes
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Additional Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

For the Bread:

  • 1 packet 1 1/2 teaspoons dry active yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 1 c. Warm Water
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 1/2 c. all purpose flour

For the filling:

  • 1/4 c. salted butter
  • 1/4 c. fresh herbs minced

Instructions

  • In a large bowl combine the yeast, sugar, and water. Let sit for 5 minutes or until foamy.
  • Add 1 cup flour and salt to the mixture.. Mix until well combined.
  • Stir in the remaining flour and mix well.
  • Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until the dough is soft and elastic, adding more flour as needed.
  • Grease a bowl and place the dough inside, turning to coat.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and let rise until doubles, about 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile cream together the butter and herbs until completely combined.
  • Spray a loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Punch down the dough and turn onto a floured surface.
  • Use a rolling pin and roll into a large rectangle, about 12 inches by 10 inches. Spread with the filling, leaving a half inch to an inch on all sides.
  • Roll the dough from the long side. Cut the dough into half lengthwise so that you expose the herb filling.
  • Twist the two pieces together and pinch the ends together. Place the bread in the prepared pan.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and let rise until doubled in size, about 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Bake the bread for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on with your knuckles.
  • Remove from the oven and cool completely.
  • Slice and enjoy.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Kneady Girl