Description
These Baked Cheese Buns are soft, fluffy, and filled with melted cheddar or mozzarella cheese. Perfect as a savory snack or side, they feature a simple yeast dough enriched with olive oil and baked to golden perfection. Ideal for any meal, these homemade buns bring warm, cheesy goodness straight from your oven.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 3/4 cup Warm Water (110°F)
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tsp Instant Yeast
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
Cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and instant yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Form Dough: Gradually add the flour and salt into the yeast mixture, stirring until a smooth and cohesive dough forms.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until it becomes elastic and smooth, which helps develop the gluten for a good texture.
- First Rise: Place the kneaded dough in an oiled bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
- Shape Buns: Punch down the risen dough to release air, divide it into small portions, shape each into a ball, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake Buns: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the buns for 15-20 minutes until they turn golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly inside.
Notes
- Use warm water around 110°F to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
- You can substitute cheddar or mozzarella cheese depending on preference; mixing both also works well.
- For extra flavor, brush buns with olive oil or melted butter before baking.
- Keep baked buns in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 2 days.
- These buns freeze well; thaw and warm before serving.