Cheese Herb Bread
Elevate your home-baking game with this irresistible Cheese Herb Bread, a savory loaf brimming with fresh parsley, aromatic thyme, and melty cheddar cheese. Perfectly soft and fluffy, this bread combines the richness of butter and milk with the warm embrace of homemade dough, kneaded to just the right elasticity for a bakery-quality texture. The herbs and cheese are thoughtfully folded in for bursts of flavor in every bite, while a golden crust adds a satisfying crunch. Whether served as a side for soups and stews or as the star of your sandwich creations, this versatile bread is easy to make and sure to impress. With just 20 minutes of prep time, Cheese Herb Bread is your go-to for baking rustic, fragrant loaves in the comfort of your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Milk
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 teaspoons Fresh thyme
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 0.25 cup Warm water
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
In a small saucepan, warm the milk over low heat until it's just warm to the touch. Add the butter and stir until melted. Allow to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the yeast mixture, milk and butter mixture, and beaten egg. Stir until a dough begins to form.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5-6 minutes on medium speed.
Flatten the dough slightly and sprinkle it with the chopped parsley, thyme, and shredded cheddar cheese. Knead gently to incorporate them evenly into the dough.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Punch the dough down and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Cover the loaf pan with the towel again and let it rise for another 30 minutes until puffed up.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
If desired, brush the top with olive oil for extra shine and flavor immediately after removing from the oven.
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2693 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.9 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.9 g | 264% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 456 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 3313 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 352.8 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 89.7 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1221 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 1120 mg | 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.
