Layered Butter Bread

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This Layered Butter Bread is a delicious, soft, and buttery bread perfect for breakfast or as a side dish. With a beautiful layered texture and rich buttery flavor, it’s a recipe that’s sure to impress.

Preparation Time

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Fermentation Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes

Ingredients

For the Dough:
  • 2 cups warm milk (400 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon yeast (10 g)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (20 g)
  • Half a tea glass of oil (50 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (8 g)
  • 1 egg white (reserve yolk for brushing)
  • 5.5 cups flour (550 g)
For the Layers:
  • 50 g butter, softened
For Brushing:
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon milk (15 ml)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Mix until the yeast dissolves completely.
    • Add the oil and egg white, and mix well.
    • Gradually add the salt and flour, mixing in a controlled manner until a very soft dough forms that doesn’t stick to your hands.
    • Knead the dough thoroughly until smooth and elastic.
    • Cover the dough and leave it to ferment for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
  2. Prepare the Layers:
    • After 1 hour, punch down the dough to release the air and knead it briefly.
    • Divide the dough into 11 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
  3. Create the Layers:
    • Roll out the first 5 dough balls to the size of a dessert plate.
    • Grease each of the 5 rolled-out pieces with softened butter and stack them on top of each other, but do not grease the top layer.
    • Cover and refrigerate.
    • Repeat the same process with the next 5 dough balls and refrigerate.
  4. Shape the Bread:
    • Take the first stack of layered dough from the fridge and roll it out gently to expand it.
    • Cut the expanded dough into 8 equal triangular pieces.
    • Line a 26 cm baking tray with parchment paper and grease the edges.
    • Arrange the triangular pieces in the tray as shown in the video, and brush them with butter.
    • Repeat with the second stack of dough, cutting it into 9 pieces and arranging them in the tray.
    • Place the final piece of dough in the center of the tray.
  5. Final Rise and Baking:
    • Let the assembled dough rest, covered, for another 20 minutes.
    • Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F).
    • Mix the reserved egg yolk with 1 tablespoon of milk and brush the top of the dough with this mixture.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Cool and Serve:
    • Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
    • Enjoy the bread warm for breakfast or as a delicious side dish.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve this bread warm with butter, jam, or honey for a delightful breakfast.
  • Pair it with soups or stews for a comforting meal.

Cooking Tips

  • Ensure the milk is warm but not hot to activate the yeast properly.
  • Use softened butter for easy spreading between the layers.

Nutritional Benefits

  • This bread is a good source of carbohydrates and provides some protein from the flour and eggs.
  • Milk and butter add a rich source of calcium and fats.

Dietary Information

  • This recipe contains gluten, dairy, and eggs.

Storage Tips

  • Store any leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • For longer storage, freeze the bread. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and foil before freezing.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • The layered texture and rich buttery flavor make this bread a standout.
  • It’s versatile and can be enjoyed at any time of the day.
  • The process of creating the layers is fun and results in a beautiful presentation.

Conclusion

Enjoy this Layered Butter Bread for a soft, delicious, and impressive addition to your breakfast or meal. Its rich flavor and beautiful layers will make it a favorite in your recipe collection.