Name: Homemade Cheese Bread - Extra Soft
Prep time: 3 h 30 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 4 h 20 min
Yield: 1 loaf
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk, warmed to about 110°F; 1/3 cup (80ml) water, warmed to about 110°F; 2 and 1/4 teaspoons Platinum Yeast from Red Star (1 standard packet); 2 Tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar; 5 Tablespoons (72g) unsalted butter, melted + slightly cooled; 1 large egg, at room temperature; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 3 cups (375g) bread flour (spoon & leveled)*; 2 cups (250g; 8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese (see note); 2 Tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, melted; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley (or your favorite dried or fresh herb)*; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder