Bleu Cheese Bread

Elevate your bread-baking game with this irresistibly savory Bleu Cheese Bread recipe, a show-stopping twist on classic homemade loaves. Infused with the bold, tangy notes of crumbled bleu cheese and the freshness of chopped chives, this artisan-style bread boasts a perfectly golden crust and a soft, flavorful interior. Ideal as a side for hearty soups, an accompaniment to charcuterie boards, or toasted and slathered with butter, this bread is surprisingly easy to make with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, yeast, and olive oil. The subtle sweetness of honey balances the robust flavors, while the warm rise time ensures a tender, airy crumb. Ready in under two hours, this unique bread is perfect for impressing guests or simply treating yourself to a gourmet homemade experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.25 cups Warm water (110°F)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1.5 cups Bleu cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and salt.

Step 2

In a smaller bowl, combine warm water, olive oil, and honey. Stir until the honey dissolves.

Step 3

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon or your hands until a sticky dough forms.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Gently knead in the crumbled bleu cheese and chopped chives until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 6

Lightly grease a large bowl with olive oil, place the dough inside, and cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel. Allow it to rise in a warm place for 1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Step 7

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan if you prefer a structured loaf.

Step 8

Punch down the dough to release any air bubbles. Shape it into a free-form loaf or place it into the prepared loaf pan.

Step 9

Cover the loaf loosely with the kitchen towel and let it rise again for 30 minutes.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 11

Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1084 grams (1084.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2931

Total Fat 134.40g	172%
Saturated Fat 69.00g	345%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 269mg	90%
Sodium 7242mg	315%
Total Carbohydrate 307.90g	112%
Dietary Fiber 11.90g	43%
Total Sugars 18.00g
Protein 117.30g	235%

Vitamin D 77IU	385%
Calcium 1979mg	152%
Iron 20mg	111%
Potassium 1420mg	30%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.6%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 42.3%