Super Quick Cheese Bread Recipe

Ingredients

• 400 ml warm milk
• 15 grams sugar
• 10 grams dry yeast
• 480 grams wheat flour
• 8 grams salt
• 20 grams olive oil
• 200 grams mozzarella or cheddar cheese
• Egg yolk + vegetable oil (for brushing)

Directions

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a large bowl, combine 400 ml warm milk, 15 grams sugar, and 10 grams dry yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
   • Add 480 grams wheat flour, 8 grams salt, and 20 grams olive oil to the yeast mixture.
   • Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
2. Rest the Dough:
   • Cover the dough with a clean cloth or cling film and let it rest in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
3. Prepare the Cheese Filling:
   • Grate 200 grams of mozzarella or cheddar cheese and set aside.
4. Assemble the Cheese Bread:
   • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
   • Punch down the dough and divide it into equal portions (depending on the size of bread you prefer).
   • Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten it slightly.
   • Place a generous amount of grated cheese in the center of each flattened dough piece.
   • Fold the dough over the cheese, sealing the edges well to form a ball again.
5. Bake the Cheese Bread:
   • Place the filled dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
   • Mix egg yolk with a bit of vegetable oil and brush the tops of the dough balls.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Serve:
   • Let the cheese bread cool slightly before serving warm.

Serving Suggestions

• Enjoy as a snack or appetizer.
• Serve with a side of marinara sauce or a fresh salad.

Cooking Tips

• Ensure the milk is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast properly.
• Seal the dough well around the cheese to prevent it from leaking out during baking.

Nutritional Benefits

• Cheese: Provides calcium and protein.
• Olive Oil: Contains healthy fats and antioxidants.