Cheesy Pepperoni Swirl Bread
Satisfy your cravings with this irresistible Cheesy Pepperoni Swirl Bread. Soft and fluffy dough filled with a delightful combination of three cheeses and savory pepperoni, all rolled up into a beautiful and delicious loaf. Perfect for a cozy dinner, game night, or impressing guests at a gathering.
ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup diced pepperoni
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
steps
- 1.
In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Slowly add water and mix until a dough forms.
- 2.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 3.
Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 4.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- 5.
Roll out the dough into a rectangle of about 12x16 inches.
- 6.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, Cheddar cheese, pepperoni, olives, basil, garlic powder, and oregano evenly over the dough.
- 7.
Starting from the long side, roll the dough tightly into a log and pinch the edges to seal.
- 8.
Using a sharp knife, cut the log in half lengthwise, leaving one edge intact.
- 9.
Twist the two pieces together, keeping the filling side up, and place the twisted dough into the prepared loaf pan.
- 10.
Brush the top of the bread with the beaten egg wash.
- 11.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.
- 12.
Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
