Sourdough Cheesy Garlic Swirl Bread Recipe 🧄🧀
If you love soft sourdough bread with buttery garlic flavor and melted cheese, this recipe is absolutely perfect for you. These sourdough cheesy garlic swirls are fluffy, rich, and packed with delicious layers of garlic butter, herbs, and gooey cheese. The outside turns beautifully golden while the inside stays soft and airy with the classic tangy sourdough flavor.
I first made these sourdough garlic swirls when I had extra sourdough starter after baking bread. Instead of making another loaf, I wanted something soft, cheesy, and comforting for evening tea. The result was incredible. The smell of garlic butter filled the kitchen, and my family finished the tray while they were still warm.
These rolls are perfect for tea time, dinner sides, lunchboxes, or even as a snack with soup and pasta.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 1 cup active sourdough starter
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp melted butter
For the Garlic Butter Filling
- 4 tbsp soft butter
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
For Topping
- Extra parsley
- Melted butter
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
In a large bowl, mix sourdough starter, warm milk, sugar, and melted butter.
Add flour and salt gradually and knead until a soft smooth dough forms.
Cover the dough and let it rise for 4–6 hours or until doubled in size.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
In a small bowl, mix soft butter, garlic, and parsley together.
This garlic butter mixture gives the bread its rich bakery-style flavor.
Step 3: Roll and Fill
Roll the dough into a large rectangle.
Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the dough.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously on top.
Carefully roll the dough tightly into a log shape.
Slice into equal rolls using a knife or thread.
Place the swirls into a greased baking tray.
Step 4: Second Rise
Cover the tray and let the rolls rise again for 1–2 hours until puffy.
This step makes the rolls extra soft and fluffy.
Step 5: Bake
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
Brush with melted butter and sprinkle fresh parsley on top while still warm.
Tips for Perfect Sourdough Garlic Swirls
- Use active bubbly sourdough starter
- Fresh garlic gives the best flavor
- Do not overbake or the bread may dry out
- Add extra cheese for gooey texture
- Let the dough rise properly for softness
Serving Ideas
These cheesy garlic sourdough swirls taste amazing with:
- Hot tea or coffee ☕
- Pasta 🍝
- Creamy soup 🥣
- Pizza night 🍕
- Family dinner sides 🍽️
Final Thoughts
These sourdough cheesy garlic swirls are soft, buttery, cheesy, and packed with flavor. They look beautiful, taste incredible, and make any meal feel special. Once you try them fresh from the oven, they will quickly become one of your favorite homemade sourdough recipes. 🧄🧀✨
