Description
Delectable Pull Apart Garlic Bread Wreath celebrates holiday gathering traditions with herbed butter and golden-brown edges. Bread circles interlock on platters, promising savory warmth and festive cheer you cannot resist.
Ingredients
- 3 cups / 375 g all-purpose flour
- 1 cup / 240 ml warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 2 ¼ tsps / 1 packet active dry yeast
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ cup / 60 g unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsps fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried italian seasoning
- grated parmesan cheese
- fresh parsley for decoration
Instructions
- Yeast Activation: Combine tepid water, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Allow the mixture to bloom until frothy, signaling active fermentation.
- Dough Preparation: In a large mixing bowl, blend flour and salt. Incorporate the activated yeast mixture and olive oil, mixing until a unified dough forms. Knead on a floured surface or use a stand mixer with a dough hook until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Transfer the dough to a greased container, cover with a damp cloth, and rest in a warm environment. Let the dough expand and double in volume for approximately 90 minutes.
- Garlic Butter Creation: Whisk melted butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, and Italian seasoning until thoroughly blended.
- Dough Shaping: Deflate the risen dough and divide into 20-25 small balls. Completely coat each ball in the aromatic garlic butter mixture.
- Wreath Assembly: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Arrange the butter-coated dough balls in a circular pattern on a parchment-lined baking sheet or circular pan, leaving minimal space between pieces.
- Baking and Finishing: Bake for 20-25 minutes until the surface turns golden-brown and the bread is fully cooked. Brush the warm bread with remaining garlic butter, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serving: Present immediately while warm, offering marinara sauce or herb-infused butter as a complementary dipping option.
Notes
Manage Yeast Activation: Ensure water temperature is precisely between 100-110°F to activate yeast without killing it, creating perfect fermentation conditions for soft, fluffy bread.
Knead with Precision: Develop gluten structure by kneading 8-10 minutes manually or 5-6 minutes using a stand mixer, which guarantees a smooth, elastic dough texture that rises beautifully.
Control Moisture Levels: Avoid adding excess flour during kneading; slightly sticky dough yields more tender bread, so use minimal flour when handling to maintain optimal hydration.
Customize Flavor Variations: Experiment with different herb combinations like rosemary, thyme, or oregano in the garlic butter for unique taste profiles while maintaining the bread’s classic soft interior and crispy exterior.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg