Irresistible Cheese Bread That’s No-Knead and Delightfully Gooey

This No-Knead Cheese Bread recipe offers a melty cheese center and crispy crust, making it a must-try for cheese lovers.

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Prep Time 3

Cook Time 45

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 3 55

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Batter

3 cups Bread Flour All-purpose flour can be substituted, but texture may vary.
1 packet Instant Yeast Active dry yeast can be used instead.
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1.5 cups Warm Water Ensure it's comfortable to the touch.

For the Cheese

2 cups Colby Cheese Use tightly packed, can substitute with other cheeses.

Equipment

Oven-safe pot

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cheese Bread

In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour, kosher salt, and instant yeast. Gradually pour in warm water, mixing until dough is cohesive and sticky. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise for 2-3 hours.
Preheat your oven to 240°C (450°F) about 30 minutes before baking. Place a heavy oven-safe pot inside to heat up.
Once risen, flour a clean surface, scrape out dough, flatten it, and sprinkle half of the grated cheese on top. Fold edges inward until you form a compact ball.
Transfer the dough onto parchment paper, shape into a ball, and sprinkle reserved cheese on top.
Place the dough in the preheated pot, cover with the lid, and bake for 35 minutes. Remove lid and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden.
Transfer to a cooling rack and let rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese for better melting and avoid overmixing the dough for best texture.

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