Homemade Garlic Cheddar Cheese Bread Recipe

Name: Homemade Garlic Cheddar Cheese Bread
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 195 min
Total time: 225 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 cup milk; 4 tablespoons butter; 4 cups all-purpose flour; Active Dry Yeast; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; Cheddar Cheese; 1 tablespoon garlic powder

Indulge in the irresistible aroma and taste of this Homemade Garlic Cheddar Cheese Bread! This recipe yields two delicious loaves, perfect for enjoying warm from the oven, toasted to perfection, or transformed into unbelievably cheesy grilled cheese sandwiches. Elevate your culinary experience with this comforting classic, featuring a delightful blend of garlic and cheddar cheese. For an extra burst of flavor, try adding fresh basil to the dough. Expert tip: use a combination of shredded and cubed cheddar for optimal cheesy pockets and flavor. (Avoid bread machines – hand-kneading ensures the best texture!)

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 195 mins

Calories 2226.1 kcal

Protein 158g

Rating 4.1 (9 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Homemade Garlic Cheddar Cheese Bread

1 cup milk
4 tablespoons butter
4 cups all-purpose flour
Active Dry Yeast
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Cheddar Cheese
1 tablespoon garlic powder

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How to Make Homemade Garlic Cheddar Cheese Bread

Heat 1 cup of milk and 4 tablespoons of butter until the mixture reaches 120°F (49°C).
In a large bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt, the warm milk-butter mixture, 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, and 1 tablespoon of garlic powder.
Using a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, knead on high speed for 3 minutes.
Add the remaining 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour and knead for another 3 minutes.
If the dough is too sticky, gradually add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it reaches a workable consistency.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, spray the top with cooking spray, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
Gently punch down the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Divide the dough in half. Shape each half into a loaf and place them in two greased 9x5 inch loaf pans.
Cover the pans with plastic wrap and let the dough rise for 45-60 minutes.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the loaves for 10 minutes.
Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown.
Let the loaves cool in the pans for 5-10 minutes.
Remove the loaves from the pans and transfer them to a wire rack to cool for at least another 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.