Description
This Cheese Bread recipe combines the savory goodness of sharp cheddar cheese with a soft, fluffy homemade bread loaf. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a side dish, this cheesy bread is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Cheese Filling:
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Yeast Mixture: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix Dough: In a large bowl, whisk flour, salt, garlic powder, oregano, and pepper. Add melted butter, egg, and yeast mixture. Knead until a smooth dough forms.
- Rise Dough: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
- Add Cheese: Punch down dough, knead in 1 1/2 cups cheese. Shape into a loaf and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F. Sprinkle remaining cheese on dough. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
- This bread is best served warm with butter.
- You can substitute cheddar with mozzarella, pepper jack, or a mix of cheeses for variety.
- For extra flavor, brush the top with garlic butter before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
