Cheesy Asiago Bread Recipe
This Cheesy Asiago Bread recipe is a delightful treat for cheese lovers. With a soft, fluffy interior and a cheesy, golden crust, this bread is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Yield: 2 loaves
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dough:
- 3 1/4 cups bread flour* (divided)
- 1 package instant yeast** (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/4 cups 2% milk
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Asiago cheese (divided)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon warm water
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together 1 1/2 cups flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Mix the Ingredients: Heat the milk and butter until warm. Stir into the flour mixture, then add shredded cheese.
- Knead the Dough: Gradually add remaining flour to form a soft dough. Knead in the stand mixer for 5 minutes.
- Rise the Dough: Let the dough rise until doubled in size.
- Shape and Bake: Divide the dough, shape into loaves, let rise, brush with egg wash, sprinkle cheese, and bake.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly shredded Asiago cheese.
- This bread is delicious on its own or served with soups and salads.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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