Cheesy Bread
Warm, cheesy bread that's perfect for any occasion, quick to make, and fully customizable with your favorite cheeses and flavors.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 4 cups Bread flour High protein content is ideal
- 1 tablespoon Yeast Active dry yeast or instant yeast works
- 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with regular milk + vinegar
- ¼ cup Melted butter Use melted or softened
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Cheesy Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded cheese Cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Optional, for garlic lovers
- 1 tablespoon Herbs Consider parsley or oregano
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Stir well to mix evenly.
- Add warm buttermilk and melted butter. Mix until the dough starts to form.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm location for 1 hour until it doubles in size.
- After rising, punch the dough down and shape it into a loaf or rolls.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Baking
- Sprinkle shredded cheese atop the shaped dough and add any additional toppings like garlic or herbs.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then enjoy warm.
Notes
For a variation, try incorporating different cheese types or spices for unique flavors. Storing the bread properly will keep it fresh and delicious.