Cheese and Herb Bread

Elevate your homemade bread game with this delightful Cheese and Herb Bread recipe, a perfect blend of savory flavors and comforting aromas. Crafted with shredded cheddar cheese, fresh parsley, thyme, and a touch of garlic powder, this loaf combines soft, fluffy texture with bursts of cheesy, herbaceous goodness in every bite. The easy-to-follow method, complete with a quick rise and an irresistible golden crust, makes it accessible even for novice bakers. Ideal as a side for soups and salads, or simply toasted with butter, this versatile bread is guaranteed to become a family favorite. Enjoy the satisfaction of fresh, homemade bread in just under an hour of hands-on prep time!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.

Step 2

Add the warm water and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Gently knead in the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped parsley, thyme leaves, and garlic powder until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 5

Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the shaped dough into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 7

Cover the loaf pan with the towel and allow the dough to rise for another 30 minutes, or until it has doubled in size again.

Step 8

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 9

Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your cheese and herb bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(970.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2591.5

Total Fat 96.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 243.6mg	0%
Sodium 4648.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 344.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 89.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1303.3mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 623.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.3%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 52.9%