Cheese Bread Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Love cheese? Love bread? Well, get ready to have your taste buds tickled with this delicious cheese bread recipe!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword Cheese Bread

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings People

Calories 199kcal

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the dry mixture. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough back into the mixing bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough into two equal portions.
Take one portion of the dough and roll it out into a rectangle on a floured surface.
Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Starting from one end, tightly roll the dough into a log shape, sealing the edges as you go.
Repeat steps 6-8 with the remaining dough and cheese.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the cheese bread rolls on the prepared baking sheet and let them rise for another 20-30 minutes.
Once the rolls have risen, brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle some additional shredded cheese on top for a golden crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the cheese bread cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Tips for Perfecting Your Cheese Bread Recipe

Make sure the water you use to activate the yeast is warm, but not too hot. If it's too hot, it can kill the yeast, resulting in bread that doesn't rise properly.
Knead the dough thoroughly to develop the gluten, which gives the bread its structure and chewiness.
Experiment with different types of cheese to find your favorite combination. A mix of cheddar and mozzarella is always a crowd-pleaser, but feel free to get creative!
If you're adding herbs, spices, or bacon to your cheese bread, make sure to incorporate them into the dough during the kneading process for even distribution.
Let the cheese bread cool slightly before slicing. This allows the cheese to set and prevents it from oozing out too much when sliced.