Olive Pinwheel Bread

Delight your taste buds with Olive Pinwheel Bread, a show-stopping appetizer or snack that combines the warm, fluffy texture of homemade bread with a savory olive filling. This recipe features layers of finely chopped black or green olives, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a hint of garlic, all rolled into a beautiful spiral of soft, golden dough. The dough itself is enriched with milk and butter, making it irresistibly tender and flavorful. Perfect for parties, picnics, or an indulgent treat at home, these pinwheels are easy to make and bake to perfection in just 30 minutes after a satisfying hands-on prep. Serve them warm or at room temperature, and watch them disappear in no time! Whether you're a bread lover or olive enthusiast, these pinwheels are bound to become your new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:150 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 cup Warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup Pitted black or green olives, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and active dry yeast.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, mix together the warm water, milk, and melted butter. Gradually add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 5

In the meantime, make the filling by mixing together the chopped olives, grated Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, and olive oil in a small bowl.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangular sheet, roughly 12x18 inches.

Step 7

Spread the olive filling evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.

Step 8

Starting at one of the long edges, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal and place the log seam-side down.

Step 9

Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the log crosswise into 1-inch thick pinwheels.

Step 10

Arrange the pinwheels on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving some space between them for expansion.

Step 11

Cover the pinwheels loosely with a kitchen towel and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.

Step 12

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 13

Brush the tops of the pinwheels with the beaten egg to give them a golden finish.

Step 14

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pinwheels are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 15

Remove from the oven and let the pinwheels cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1219.9 grams (1219.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2730

Total Fat 106.50g	137%
Saturated Fat 35.40g	177%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 299mg	100%
Sodium 6171mg	268%
Total Carbohydrate 372.90g	136%
Dietary Fiber 21.10g	75%
Total Sugars 32.40g
Protein 74.90g	150%

Vitamin D 95IU	474%
Calcium 872mg	67%
Iron 26mg	146%
Potassium 1111mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.9%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 54.2%