Cheese Breads with Basil

Cheese breads with basil are a popular snack in many cultures and can be enjoyed on their own or paired with dips and spreads.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Cheese Breads with Basil

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Any, Appetizer, Bread Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Bread flour
• 1 teaspoon Active dry yeast
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 large Egg
• ¹⁄₂ cup Cheddar cheese
• ¹⁄₄ cup Parmesan cheese
• ¹⁄₄ cup Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the yeast mixture and beaten egg to the flour mixture. Stir until a soft dough forms.
4. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball.
8. Flatten each ball and place a small amount of cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil leaves in the center. Fold the edges over to seal the filling.
9. Place the filled dough balls on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 1g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.