Pull Apart Cheese Buns Recipe

Name: Pull Apart Cheese Buns
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 155 min
Total time: 200 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour; Active Dry Yeast; Granulated Sugar; 1 teaspoon (6g) salt; Sharp Cheddar Cheese; 1/2 cup (120ml) warm milk (105-115°F); Warm Water; Olive Oil; 1/4 cup (57g) melted butter; 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese

Irresistibly cheesy and fun to make! This pull-apart bread recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for family gatherings or potlucks. Kids will love helping to assemble these golden-brown, cheesy buns, making it a perfect activity for a fun afternoon in the kitchen. Get ready for gooey, cheesy perfection!

Prep Time 45 mins

Cook Time 155 mins

Calories 123.8 kcal

Protein 8g

Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pull Apart Cheese Buns

4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour
Active Dry Yeast
Granulated Sugar
1 teaspoon (6g) salt
Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup (120ml) warm milk (105-115°F)
Warm Water
Olive Oil
1/4 cup (57g) melted butter
1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese

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How to Make Pull Apart Cheese Buns

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a 10-cup Bundt pan or tube pan.
In a large mixer bowl, combine 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast, 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon (6g) salt.
Mix well.
Add 1 1/2 cups (150g) shredded cheddar cheese.
Add 1/2 cup (120ml) warm milk (105-115°F), 1/4 cup (60ml) warm water, and 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil.
Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes.
Gradually add the remaining 1 cup (125g) flour, or as needed, until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
Knead the dough, adding more flour as needed, until smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky (about 5-7 minutes).
Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat the top.
Cover with plastic wrap.
Let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Cut the dough into 40 equal-sized pieces.
Shape each piece into a ball.
Melt 1/4 cup (57g) butter. Dip each dough ball in the melted butter, then roll in 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese.
Arrange the cheese balls in two layers in the prepared pan.
Cover with a tea towel.
Let rise in a warm place until the balls almost reach the top of the pan (about 30-45 minutes).
Bake on the lower rack of the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.
Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!