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Jalapeño Cheddar Bread

A soft and flavorful homemade bread loaded with sharp cheddar cheese and fresh jalapeños, featuring a golden crust and fluffy interior.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Bread Dough
  • 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2.25 tsp active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1.25 cups warm water
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 jalapeños seeded and diced
Topping
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 jalapeño sliced

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Stand mixer or hands for kneading

Method
 

  1. Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit until foamy, about 5 to 10 minutes.
  2. Add olive oil, salt, and flour gradually. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead dough for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Incorporate shredded cheddar and diced jalapeños evenly into the dough.
  5. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
  6. Shape dough into a loaf and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Allow a second rise for 30 minutes.
  8. Top with additional cheddar cheese and jalapeño slices.
  9. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 8gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 320mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For a spicier loaf, leave some jalapeño seeds in the dough. Freshly shredded cheese melts best and creates the ideal texture.

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