Delicious Cheddar Chive Bread for the Bread Machine Abm

Elevate your homemade bread game with this irresistible Cheddar Chive Bread, perfectly crafted in your bread machine (ABM). Bursting with the savory warmth of shredded cheddar cheese and the subtle zing of fresh or freeze-dried chives, this recipe combines effortless preparation with gourmet flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep time, the bread machine handles the mixing, kneading, rising, and baking—yielding a warm, golden loaf with a tender, fluffy texture. The addition of olive oil and dry milk powder enhances moisture and richness, making each slice perfect for sandwiches, toasting, or enjoying on its own. Ideal for weeknight dinners or fancy brunch spreads, this flavorful bread is an easy way to impress your taste buds and your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:190 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Water
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 teaspoons Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Chives, chopped (fresh or freeze-dried)
• 2 tablespoons Dry milk powder
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast

Directions

Step 1

Ensure your bread machine's pan is clean and properly assembled with the kneading blade attached.

Step 2

Add 1 cup of water to the bread pan, ensuring it's at room temperature or slightly warm (about 110°F).

Step 3

Sprinkle in 1.5 teaspoons of salt and 2 teaspoons of sugar, spreading them evenly across the surface of the water.

Step 4

Pour in 2 tablespoons of olive oil to provide moisture and flavor.

Step 5

Add 3 cups of all-purpose flour, covering the liquid completely. This ensures proper mixing while keeping the yeast separate initially.

Step 6

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese and 2 tablespoons of chopped chives over the flour.

Step 7

Add 2 tablespoons of dry milk powder, which enhances the bread's tenderness and flavor.

Step 8

Create a small indent in the center of the flour mound (but do not let it reach the liquid). Add 2.25 teaspoons of instant yeast into this indent.

Step 9

Secure the bread pan into the bread machine and select the 'Basic' or 'White Bread' cycle with a medium crust setting. Begin the cycle.

Step 10

Allow the bread machine to complete the mixing, kneading, rising, and baking processes (approximately 3 hours).

Step 11

Once the cycle ends, carefully remove the bread pan using oven mitts. Turn the bread out onto a cooling rack immediately to prevent sogginess.

Step 12

Let the bread cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(782.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2132.5

Total Fat 71.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 134.6mg	0%
Sodium 4331.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 295.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 14.9g
Protein 72.2g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1006.5mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 792.9mg	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: 30.5%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 55.8%