Jalapeno Cheddar Bread recipe
This soft and cheesy bread features a spicy kick from jalapenos, making it perfect as a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (plus 1/4 cup for dusting)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dry active yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (between 95°F and 105°F)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 to 1 fresh jalapeno (sliced to the center, adjust for spice level)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, and yeast together.
- Pour in the warm water and stir until the dough becomes sticky.
- Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 3 to 5 hours, or up to 18 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F and place a Dutch oven inside to heat up for 30 to 40 minutes.
- Flour a clean surface and your hands, then gently take the dough out of the bowl.
- Fold the dough over itself four times, layering cheddar cheese and jalapeno slices evenly as you fold.
- Shape the dough into a tight ball and place it on a sheet of parchment paper in a bowl. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rest for 20 minutes.
- Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven from the oven and place the parchment paper with the dough ball inside.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the top of the dough to help steam escape and allow the bread to expand.
- Cover the Dutch oven and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the lid and bake for another 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the bread cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
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Notes
This bread pairs well with soups, sandwiches, or can be enjoyed on its own!