Grandma's Bacon And Cheese Easter Bread Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
• STEP 2.Add warm water and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
• STEP 3.Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
• STEP 4.Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
• STEP 5.Preheat the oven to 375掳F (190掳C).
• STEP 6.Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal portions.
• STEP 7.Roll out each portion into a rectangle shape.
• STEP 8.Sprinkle cooked and crumbled bacon and shredded cheese evenly over the dough.
• STEP 9.Starting from one of the long sides, roll the dough tightly into a log shape.
• STEP 10.Pinch the ends to seal the bread.
• STEP 11.Place the bread on a greased baking sheet and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
• STEP 12.Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown.
• STEP 13.Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
• STEP 14.Slice and serve warm. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• You can use any type of cheese you prefer, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss.
• Make sure the bacon is cooked and crumbled before adding it to the bread.
• If you want a more pronounced bacon flavor, you can add some cooked bacon bits to the dough as well.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• To reheat, wrap the bread in aluminum foil and warm it in a preheated oven at 350掳F (175掳C) for about 10 minutes.
• Serve the bread as a side dish for Easter brunch or dinner, or enjoy it on its own as a delicious snack.