Cheesy Garlic Corn Pull-Apart Bread

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 teaspoons Instant yeast (1 packet)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 1/2 cups Warm water (110°F)
• 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 4 cloves Minced garlic
• 1 cup Sweet corn kernels (canned or frozen)
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) - Optional

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it’s frothy, indicating that the yeast is active.
2. Add the melted butter and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine.
3. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing with a wooden spoon until a dough forms. You may need to adjust the flour based on the humidity.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
7. In a small skillet, sauté the minced garlic in a bit of olive oil until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Do not let it brown.
8. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into equal pieces, about 1-inch each. Roll each piece into a ball.
9. In a mixing bowl, combine the corn, sautéed garlic, mozzarella, and cheddar. Toss until well mixed.
10. Take a ball of dough, flatten it slightly, and place a spoonful of the corn and cheese mixture in the center. Pinch the dough around the filling to seal it, then place it seam-side down in the loaf pan. Repeat with the remaining dough.
11. Cover the loaf pan with a towel and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
12. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
13. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley. Serve warm and enjoy your Cheesy Garlic Corn Pull-Apart Bread!