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A golden-brown loaves of cheesy holiday bread topped with melted cheese and herbs, sliced to reveal gooey cheese and tender bread inside, arranged on a rustic wooden platter with festive decorations and a sprig of rosemary for a cozy holiday setting.

Cheesy Holiday Bread Perfect for Festive Appetizers

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A flavorful, cheesy holiday bread perfect for festive gatherings, featuring soft bread infused with melty cheese and aromatic herbs.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup warm milk
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add flour, salt, melted butter to the yeast mixture; knead until smooth.
  3. Incorporate shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, and parsley into the dough.
  4. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Shape the dough into a loaf and place on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and cheese is bubbly.

Notes

  • Can be customized with different cheeses or herbs
  • Best served warm to enjoy gooey cheese
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg