Cheesy Wisconsin Pull-Apart Bread Delight
Experience the warmth of comfort food with our Cheesy Wisconsin Pull-Apart Bread Delight, a recipe that marries the gooey richness of provolone and the nutty depth of Parmesan. This pull-apart bread is perfect for gatherings, offering an irresistible blend of flavors and textures. While it uses the best of Wisconsin's cheesy offerings, feel free to explore and mix cheeses to your liking for a uniquely delicious twist!
36
Servings
N/A
Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
Frozen white bread rolls dough
36 rolls (3 packages of 12 count) (thawed to room temperature)
Butter
1/3 cup (melted)
Wisconsin Parmesan cheese
1 cup (finely grated)
Wisconsin Provolone cheese
1 cup (shredded)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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2. In a small bowl, melt the butter in the microwave or on the stove.
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3. Spread the melted butter in a shallow dish or plate.
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4. In another shallow dish, evenly spread the finely grated Wisconsin Parmesan cheese.
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5. Roll each piece of thawed bread dough first in the melted butter, ensuring it's fully coated, then roll it in the Parmesan cheese.
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6. Take a well-greased 12-cup fluted tube or Bundt pan and arrange half of the coated dough pieces at the bottom.
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7. Sprinkle half of the shredded Wisconsin provolone cheese over the arranged dough pieces.
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8. Layer the remaining coated dough pieces over the cheese layer in the pan.
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9. Top this layer with the remaining shredded provolone cheese.
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10. Cover the pan with a clean kitchen towel, and allow the dough to rise in a warm place for approximately 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
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11. Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake the bread for 35 to 45 minutes, or until it's golden brown on top.
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12. If the bread begins to darken too much in the last 10 to 15 minutes of baking, cover the edges with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.
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13. Once baking is complete, use a table knife to carefully loosen the edges of the bread from the pan.
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14. Invert the pan onto a serving dish to remove the bread and serve it warm to enjoy the delightful cheese pull!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheesy Wisconsin Pull-Apart Bread Delight?
It is a savory comfort food recipe that uses frozen bread dough, butter, Wisconsin Parmesan, and Wisconsin Provolone cheese to create a gooey, nutty pull-apart snack.
What types of Wisconsin cheese are used in this recipe?
The recipe specifically calls for Wisconsin Parmesan cheese and Wisconsin Provolone cheese.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 36 servings, based on the use of 36 bread rolls.
What oven temperature is required for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
What kind of dough should I use?
You should use frozen white bread rolls dough, specifically three 12-count packages for a total of 36 rolls.
Do I need to thaw the dough before starting?
Yes, the frozen dough pieces should be thawed to room temperature before you begin the coating process.
How much butter is needed for the recipe?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of melted butter.
What is the preparation for the Parmesan cheese?
The Wisconsin Parmesan cheese should be finely grated.
What is the preparation for the Provolone cheese?
The Wisconsin Provolone cheese should be shredded.
How do I coat the dough pieces?
Roll each thawed dough piece first in melted butter and then in the finely grated Parmesan cheese until fully coated.
What type of pan is best for this bread?
A well-greased 12-cup fluted tube or Bundt pan is recommended.
How is the bread assembled in the pan?
Arrange half the dough pieces, sprinkle with half the provolone, then repeat the layers with the remaining dough and cheese.
How long should the dough rise before baking?
The dough should rise in a warm place for approximately 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
What should I cover the dough with while it rises?
Cover the pan with a clean kitchen towel during the rising process.
What is the total baking time?
Bake the bread for 35 to 45 minutes until the top is golden brown.
What should I do if the bread is browning too quickly?
If the bread darkens too much in the last 10-15 minutes, cover the edges with aluminum foil.
How do I remove the bread from the pan after baking?
Carefully loosen the edges with a table knife and invert the pan onto a serving dish.
Can I use different types of cheese?
Yes, while the recipe uses Parmesan and Provolone, you can explore and mix other cheeses to your liking.
Is this recipe suitable for parties?
Yes, it is designed for gatherings and is a perfect party food because it is easy to pull apart and share.
Should the bread be served warm?
Yes, serving it warm is recommended to enjoy the best cheese pull and texture.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 4 main ingredients: bread dough, butter, Parmesan cheese, and Provolone cheese.
How much Parmesan cheese is used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of finely grated Wisconsin Parmesan cheese.
How much Provolone cheese is used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of shredded Wisconsin Provolone cheese.
Can I use fresh dough instead of frozen?
While the recipe specifies frozen rolls, you could use fresh white bread dough portions of similar size.
Does the pan need to be greased?
Yes, it is important to use a well-greased pan to ensure the bread doesn't stick.
Where should I melt the butter?
You can melt the butter in a small bowl using either a microwave or the stove.
What flavor profile does the Parmesan add?
The Parmesan adds a nutty depth to the bread's overall flavor.
How do I know the bread is fully cooked?
The bread is done when the top is golden brown and it has baked for the full 35-45 minutes.
Is this considered a comfort food?
Yes, the recipe is specifically described as a way to experience the warmth of comfort food.
How do you prepare the dishes for coating the dough?
Use two separate shallow dishes or plates: one for the melted butter and one for the grated Parmesan cheese.