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Cheese bread

Cheese Bread That Melts in Your Mouth – No Knead Magic

Delicious cheese bread that melts in your mouth, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Rising Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups bread flour Substitute with all-purpose flour for softer loaf.
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt Enhances flavor and regulates yeast activity.
  • 1.5 cups warm tap water Aim for about 110°F (43°C).
For the Cheese Filling
  • 1 cup shredded cheese e.g., Colby or Cheddar; can experiment with others.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Dutch oven
  • Rubber spatula
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together bread flour, instant yeast, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Gradually pour in warm tap water and mix until a scraggly, sticky dough forms.
  3. Cover the bowl tightly and let the dough rise in a warm spot for 2 to 3 hours.
  4. Preheat your Dutch oven to 450°F (220°C) for 30 minutes before baking.
  5. Dust surface with flour, gently scrape the dough onto it, add half the cheese, and fold inward four times.
  6. Shape the dough round and transfer onto parchment paper, sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  7. Bake for 35 minutes covered, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Remove from oven and cool on a rack for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Wrap leftovers tightly for up to 36 hours at room temperature, 3-5 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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