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Cheese bread

No-Knead Cheese Bread: Your New Favorite Comfort Food

This No-Knead Cheese Bread is a delightful comfort food that's easy to make, featuring gooey cheese and a golden crust.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups Bread Flour Or substitute with all-purpose flour for a softer texture
  • 1 teaspoon Instant Yeast Ensure it's fresh for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt or kosher salt for finer taste
  • 1¾ cups Warm Water Aim for about 77°F/25°C
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups Cheese (Colby or your favorite) Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Gruyere are great substitutes

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cheese Bread
  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together bread flour, instant yeast, and salt until well-blended.
  2. Mix in Warm Water: Gradually pour in warm water into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Let Dough Rise: Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm area for 2 to 3 hours until doubled.
  4. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (220°C) with a heavy Dutch oven inside.
  5. Shape the Dough: Flour a surface, turn out the dough, shape into an 8-inch round and fold cheese into it.
  6. Prepare for Baking: Transfer onto parchment paper, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and place in Dutch oven.
  7. Bake the Cheese Bread: Cover and bake for 35 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  8. Cool Before Slicing: Let the bread cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served warm. This bread pairs well with soups and can be stored or frozen for later enjoyment.

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