Description
Deliciously soft and savory baked cheese buns made with a blend of cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, flavored with fresh parsley and perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 3 cups all purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Cheese Filling
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Finishing
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let this mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is activated.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the egg, melted unsalted butter, and salt to the yeast mixture and stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Form Dough: Gradually add the all purpose flour to the wet ingredients while mixing, until a soft dough forms. Then transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface.
- Knead Dough: Knead the dough for about 8 to 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, which develops gluten structure essential for bread texture.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
- Add Cheese: Punch down the risen dough to release air, then knead in the shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh parsley evenly throughout the dough.
- Shape Buns: Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape each into a bun. Arrange them on a lined baking sheet.
- Second Rise: Cover the buns loosely and let them rise again in a warm place for about 30 minutes to become puffy.
- Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the buns with the beaten egg to give them a shiny, golden finish during baking.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the buns for 18 to 20 minutes until they turn golden brown on top.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the buns to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving them warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or a combination of cheeses for different flavor profiles.
- For extra cheesy buns, sprinkle additional cheese on top before baking.
- Ensure the milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- The dough kneading and rising times may vary depending on room temperature and humidity.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
