Description
Cheesy Bundt Bread brings Italian bakery magic to home kitchens with cascading parmesan and herb layers. Rustic charm meets gooey cheese perfection, promising a memorable centerpiece that delights senses and sparks conversation at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 ½ cups (300 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 cups (226 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) warm milk
- ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
Leavening and Binding Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Flavor Enhancers:
- ¼ cup (57 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend flour, active dry yeast, granulated sugar, and kosher salt using a whisk.
- Incorporate lukewarm milk (around 110°F or 43°C), melted unsalted butter, and a thoroughly beaten large egg into the dry ingredients.
- Gently mix the ingredients until a soft, cohesive dough emerges.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly dusted work surface and knead methodically for approximately 5-6 minutes, developing a smooth and elastic texture.
- Place the dough into a generously greased ceramic or glass bowl, envelop with a clean kitchen cloth, and allow it to proof in a draft-free, warm environment for roughly 60-75 minutes until the volume doubles.
- Heat the conventional oven to 375°F (190°C) and meticulously coat a 10-inch (25 centimeters) Bundt pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
- Prepare the cheese coating by combining shredded sharp cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, finely chopped fresh parsley, granulated garlic powder, and dried oregano in a separate mixing bowl.
- Deflate the risen dough and partition it into uniformly sized small spherical segments.
- Roll each dough segment comprehensively in the prepared cheese mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Strategically arrange the cheese-encrusted dough balls within the prepared Bundt pan, creating intricate layers.
- Drape a clean kitchen towel over the pan and permit a secondary rise for approximately 25-35 minutes.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the surface achieves a rich golden-brown hue.
- Verify doneness by inserting a clean toothpick into the center, which should emerge without raw dough residue.
- Allow the bread to rest in the pan for 5 minutes post-baking to facilitate easy removal.
- Carefully invert the Bundt bread onto a decorative serving platter, revealing its intricate cheese-laden structure.
- Serve immediately while warm, encouraging guests to tear apart the individual cheese-infused segments.
Notes
- Elevate your bread game with this irresistible pull-apart Bundt bread packed with cheesy goodness.
- Perfect for gatherings, game days, or when you crave a warm, savory bread that’ll impress everyone.
- Achieve a soft, pillowy texture by allowing the dough to rise properly in a warm, draft-free environment.
- Generously coating dough pieces in cheese mixture ensures maximum flavor in every single bite.
- Use room temperature ingredients to help the dough rise evenly and develop a more complex taste profile.
- Serve immediately after baking for the ultimate gooey, melty cheese experience that’ll have guests coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 312 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 396 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 68 mg