Italian Cheese Bread Ring
Transform your table into an Italian-inspired delight with this irresistible Italian Cheese Bread Ring! This show-stopping pull-apart bread combines soft, golden dough with a gooey trio of mozzarella, Parmesan, and ricotta cheeses, seasoned to perfection with garlic, oregano, and basil. Each fluffy bite delivers a burst of cheesy, herby flavor, making it an ideal centerpiece for parties, holiday gatherings, or casual dinners. Baked to golden perfection in a bundt pan, this bread ring is not only delicious but visually stunning, perfect for sharing. Serve it warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping or enjoy it on its own—either way, it’s guaranteed to impress! Ready in under an hour and a half, this cheesy bread creation is every carb lover’s dream come true.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1.25 cups Warm water
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 unit Egg
- 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.
Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel, and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the cheese filling: Combine the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, and the egg in a bowl. Mix until well combined.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a bundt pan or ring mold with non-stick spray.
Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 16 equal portions. Flatten each portion into a small circle, place a spoonful of the cheese mixture in the center, and pinch the edges to seal.
Place the filled dough balls seam-side down in the greased bundt pan, layering them as needed.
Brush the tops with melted butter and cover loosely with aluminum foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before carefully inverting it onto a serving platter.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy the cheesy, herby goodness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
447 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.3 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 69 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 752 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 363 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 98 mg | 2% | |
*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.
