Description
Enjoy these soft and fluffy savory cheese-filled buns, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a side dish. Stuffed with gooey melted cheese and customizable with herbs and spices, these buns are a comforting homemade treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh or 1 tsp dried herbs (parsley, thyme, or oregano)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, mix warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy. Add flour, salt, melted butter, and egg, then mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Cheese Filling: Mix shredded cheese with garlic powder and herbs in a bowl. Set aside.
- Shape the Buns: Punch down risen dough, divide into 8–12 portions, flatten each into a disc, place a spoonful of cheese mixture in the center, then seal the edges to form a bun.
- Second Rise: Arrange buns on a lined baking tray, cover with a towel, and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Apply Egg Wash: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush buns with egg wash.
- Bake the Buns: Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
- Spicy: Add diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes to the filling.
- Garlic Butter Glaze: Brush buns with melted garlic butter after baking.
- Cheese Variations: Try Gruyère, Parmesan, or cream cheese.
- Herb Dough: Add dried oregano or rosemary to the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- rising time: 1.5-2 hours
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: universal
Keywords: cheese-filled buns, savory buns, homemade bread, cheesy bread, comfort food