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Cheesy Mozzarella Stuffed Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Mary & Susan
  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 breads

Description

This Cheesy Mozzarella Stuffed Bread recipe yields soft, fluffy bread rolls filled with melty mozzarella cheese. Perfectly golden and butter-brushed, these breads feature a layered, visually appealing design created by slashing the dough before baking. Ideal as a snack, appetizer, or alongside a meal, these homemade stuffed breads combine a tender yeasted dough with a gooey, delicious cheese center.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 100 grams warm milk (1/2 cup)
  • 7 grams active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 250 grams all-purpose flour (2 cups)
  • 30 grams softened butter (2 tablespoons)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Egg Wash

  • 1 egg

Finish

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley
  • 200 grams shredded mozzarella cheese (approximate)

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm milk, honey, and active dry yeast. Let it rest for 10 minutes until the mixture is foamy and bubbly, indicating the yeast is active and ready to use.
  2. Make Dough: Add the egg, softened butter, sugar, salt, and all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Knead the ingredients by hand or with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for 7 to 10 minutes until a smooth, elastic dough forms.
  3. First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
  4. Shape Dough Portions: Gently punch down the risen dough to release the air. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions, approximately 58 grams each. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten each into an oval shape.
  5. Prepare Filled Rolls: Make small cuts on one half of the oval dough. Place shredded mozzarella on the uncut half. Roll tightly from the cheese side toward the cut side to create a layered log shape with visible cuts.
  6. Second Rise: Arrange the shaped breads on a parchment-lined square baking pan, leaving space between each piece. Cover and let them rise for 30 minutes until slightly puffy.
  7. Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the breads with beaten egg for a shiny crust or melted butter for a softer golden finish.
  8. Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the breads for 20 minutes until golden brown and the cheese inside is melted.
  9. Finish and Serve: Once baked, brush the warm breads with melted butter and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy warm for the best gooey cheese experience.

Notes

  • Make sure the milk is warm, not hot, to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • Wait for the yeast mixture to become foamy before mixing in other ingredients to ensure proper dough rise.
  • Knead the dough thoroughly until smooth and elastic to achieve soft, fluffy bread texture.
  • Weigh or measure each dough portion to ensure uniform size and even baking.
  • Make small cuts on one side of the dough to create an attractive layered effect once baked.
  • Brush with beaten egg for a shiny finish or melted butter for a softer golden crust.
  • Serve the bread warm for the best flavor and gooey cheese texture.
  • Optional: Add garlic butter or sprinkle extra parmesan on top for enhanced flavor.
  • Dough can be refrigerated after the first rise for up to 12 hours; bring it to room temperature before shaping and baking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

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