Herb-Infused Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread
Indulge in the delightful layers of Herb-Infused Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread, a scrumptious loaf that brings together the richness of cheddar cheese and the freshness of parsley and chives. This bread features a soft and airy texture with a wonderfully crusty exterior that pulls apart easily, making it perfect for sharing at gatherings or as a comforting family dinner side. Serve it warm with a drizzle of olive oil or a smear of butter, and watch as it quickly disappears!
1
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
dried yeast
7 g (1 sachet)
sugar
1 teaspoon
bread flour
4 cups
salt
1.5 teaspoons
powdered milk
1/4 cup
olive oil
2 tablespoons
parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons
chives, chopped
2 tablespoons
cheddar cheese, grated
100 g
milk, for glazing
Instructions
1
In a small bowl, combine the dried yeast, sugar, and 1/2 cup of warm water. Stir and let it sit in a warm place until frothy, about 10 minutes.
2
In a large mixing bowl or a stand mixer, combine the bread flour, salt, powdered milk, and olive oil. Mix well.
3
Add the frothy yeast mixture along with 1 cup of warm water into the dry ingredients. Mix until the dough starts to come together.
4
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
5
Place the kneaded dough in an oiled bowl and cover it loosely with oiled plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm space for approximately 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
6
Gently punch the dough down and knead for an additional minute.
7
Divide the dough in half; shape each half into 10 flat discs, approximately 6 cm (2.5 inches) in diameter.
8
In a bowl, mix the chopped parsley, chives, and grated cheddar cheese. Take about 3 teaspoons of this mixture and place it on top of 10 of the discs.
9
Top each cheesey disc with another disc, creating a sandwich.
10
Grease a loaf tin (21 x 10.5 x 6.5 cm) and arrange the discs upright in the tin, squeezing them together for a snug fit.
11
Cover the tin with a clean cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for another 40 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
12
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
13
Brush the top of the loaf with milk for a nice glaze and bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until it is golden brown, crusty, and cooked through.
14
Let it cool for a few minutes in the tin before transferring it to a wire rack. Enjoy warm!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herb-Infused Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread?
It is a soft and airy loaf featuring layers of cheddar cheese, parsley, and chives with a crusty exterior that pulls apart easily.
How much yeast is required for this recipe?
You will need 7 grams or one sachet of dried yeast.
How long should the yeast sit to become frothy?
The yeast mixture should sit in a warm place for about 10 minutes.
What is the purpose of adding sugar to the yeast?
Sugar helps activate the yeast and ensures it becomes frothy before mixing.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 4 cups of bread flour.
How much salt should I add to the dough?
Add 1.5 teaspoons of salt to the dry ingredients.
Why is powdered milk included in the ingredients?
Powdered milk helps achieve a soft texture and a richer flavor in the bread dough.
How much olive oil is needed for the dough?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
How long should the dough be kneaded?
Knead the dough on a floured surface for approximately 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
What is the first rise time for the dough?
The dough should rise for approximately 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
How should the dough be covered during the first rise?
Cover the dough loosely with oiled plastic wrap while it rises in a warm space.
What size should the dough discs be?
Shape the dough into discs approximately 6 cm or 2.5 inches in diameter.
How many dough discs are made in total?
The dough is divided in half and then into 10 discs per half, totaling 20 discs to create 10 sandwiches.
What ingredients make up the filling?
The filling consists of chopped parsley, chopped chives, and 100g of grated cheddar cheese.
How much cheddar cheese is needed for the recipe?
You will need 100 grams of grated cheddar cheese.
How much filling goes inside each dough sandwich?
Place about 3 teaspoons of the cheese and herb mixture on 10 of the discs before topping them with the remaining discs.
How is the pull-apart loaf assembled in the tin?
Create sandwiches with two discs and arrange them upright in a greased tin, squeezing them together snugly.
What are the dimensions of the loaf tin used?
The recipe specifies a loaf tin measuring 21 x 10.5 x 6.5 cm.
Is there a second rise period?
Yes, after assembling the loaf in the tin, let it rise for another 40 minutes or until it doubles in size.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
Why brush the top of the loaf with milk before baking?
Brushing with milk provides a nice golden glaze to the crust during the baking process.
How long does the bread take to bake?
The bread should bake for 30 to 40 minutes.
How do I know when the bread is finished baking?
The bread is done when it is golden brown, crusty, and cooked through.
Should the bread cool before serving?
Let it cool for a few minutes in the tin before transferring it to a wire rack.
Can I serve this bread warm?
Yes, it is best enjoyed warm, potentially with a drizzle of olive oil or butter.
What are the main flavor profiles of this bread?
The flavor is characterized by rich cheddar cheese and the fresh taste of parsley and chives.
Is this recipe suitable for sharing?
Yes, the pull-apart structure makes it a perfect dish for gatherings or family dinners.
What category of bread does this fall into?
This recipe is categorized as a Yeast Bread.
What are common tags for this recipe?
Common tags include bread, yeast bread, cheese bread, herb bread, and appetizer.
Can I use a stand mixer to prepare the dough?
Yes, you can combine and mix the dough ingredients in either a large mixing bowl or a stand mixer.