Description
These Baked Cheese Buns are soft, fluffy, and packed with melted cheese inside. Perfectly golden on the outside and cheesy on the inside, these buns make a great snack or side for any meal. The recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and requires just over half an hour total, including rising and baking time.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tsp Instant Yeast
- 3/4 cup Warm Water (110°F)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
Filling
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
Instructions
- Activate yeast: In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and instant yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, signaling the yeast is active.
- Mix dough: Gradually add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture while stirring, mixing until a smooth dough starts to form.
- Knead dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for about 8 minutes until the dough becomes elastic and smooth.
- First rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape buns: Punch down the risen dough gently, divide it into small portions, and shape each into a ball. Place these dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Add cheese and bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Optionally, press each dough ball slightly and place some shredded cheese inside or on top. Bake the buns for 15-20 minutes until they turn golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Use warm water around 110°F to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
- For best results, use freshly shredded cheese rather than pre-shredded to avoid additives.
- Let the buns cool on a wire rack before serving to prevent sogginess.
- These buns can be frozen after baking and reheated in the oven for freshness.
- Experiment with different cheeses such as gouda, pepper jack, or parmesan for varied flavors.
