Savory Chive Bread Rings
Savory Chive Bread Rings are delectable golden rings with a fluffy, soft texture thanks to a secret ingredient - mashed potato flakes. The creamy, chive-infused filling is a perfect complement to the pillowy bread, creating a flavor combination that is simply irresistible.
Ingredients
- 3 3/4 to 4 1/4 cups all-purpose flour divided
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 package 1/4 ounce active dry yeast
- 1 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup butter divided
- 1/4 cup mashed potato flakes
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 large egg room temperature
For the filling:
- 1 large egg beaten
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup minced chives
- sesame or poppy seeds
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups of flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
- Heat the milk, 6 tablespoons of butter, potato flakes, and water in a saucepan until the temperature reaches 120°-130°F. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and beat until just combined.
- Add the egg to the mixture and beat until the dough becomes smooth. Gradually stir in the remaining flour until a stiff dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 6-8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning it once to coat the top. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- To prepare the filling, whisk together the egg, cream, and salt in a heavy saucepan. Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the chives. Allow the filling to cool.
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it in half. Roll out one portion into a 16x12-inch rectangle. Spread half of the cooled filling over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
- Roll up the dough jelly-roll style, starting from a short side. Pinch the seam to seal. Place the roll seam-side down on a greased baking sheet and pinch the ends together to form a ring.
- Using scissors, make cuts from the outside edge of the ring to two-thirds of the way toward the center at 1-inch intervals. Gently separate the strips and twist them to expose the filling.
- Melt the remaining butter and brush it over the ring. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds.
- Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling.
- Cover the rings and let them rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the rings for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Remove the rings from the baking sheets and place them on wire racks to cool before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 118kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 169mgSugar: 3g
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