Description
This recipe delivers a beautiful swirl of cheesy, spicy goodness in every slice of no-knead bread. It’s perfect for beginner bakers or anyone looking for a rustic, flavorful loaf without the fuss.
Ingredients
- 300 g (2.5 cups) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure.
- 300 g (2.5 cups) Bread Flour: Creates a chewier texture.
- 1 tsp (5 g) Instant Yeast: Activates quickly without proofing.
- 1.5 tsp (8 g) Salt: Enhances flavor and controls yeast.
- 350 ml (1.5 cups) Lukewarm Water: Activates yeast and forms dough.
- 100 g (1 cup) Shreddar Cheddar Cheese, divided: Adds sharp flavor.
- 1 small Jalapeño, seeded & diced (15 g / 0.5 tsp): Adds spice.
- 30 g (2 tbsp) Cream Cheese, softened: Binds swirl ingredients.
- 2 tbsp (30 g) Unsalted Butter, melted: Adds richness to crust.
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Olive Oil: Contributes to flavor & crust.
- 1 tsp (5 g) Dried Thyme: Complements cheddar & jalapeño.
- 30 g (0.25 cup) Extra Cheddar for topping: Creates a golden crust.
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flours, yeast, and salt.
- Add Water & Form Dough: Stir in lukewarm water until shaggy.
- First Rise: Cover and let rise 12-18 hours.
- Prepare Swirl: Mix cheddar, jalapeño, and cream cheese.
- Preheat Dutch Oven: Preheat oven to 450°F with Dutch oven inside.
- Shape Dough: Stretch dough, spread swirl, and roll into log.
- Prepare for Baking: Brush with butter/oil, sprinkle with cheddar & thyme.
- Bake (Covered): Bake covered for 30 minutes.
- Bake (Uncovered): Bake uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Cool & Enjoy: Let cool before slicing.
Notes
For best results, use a blend of all-purpose and bread flour. A long, slow rise develops incredible flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg