Green Onion Garlic Butter Bread: A Savory Delight with an Aromatic Twist
This Green Onion Garlic Butter Bread is an irresistible combination of fluffy, buttery, and aromatic goodness. A perfect fusion of soft, tender bread with a rich garlic butter filling, it’s a delightful treat as a side dish, snack, or centerpiece for any meal!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours (including rising time)
- Yield: 6–8 servings
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Tangzhong (For a Soft, Fluffy Texture)
- Water
- Bread flour
Dough Base
- Bread flour (for perfect chewiness)
- White granulated sugar (adds a touch of sweetness)
- Table salt (enhances flavor)
- Instant yeast (helps the bread rise)
- Milk powder (adds richness and softness)
- Egg (contributes to a tender crumb)
- Milk (for moisture and depth)
- Unsalted butter (gives a rich and buttery texture)
Garlic Butter Filling
- Unsalted butter (the foundation of the spread)
- Fresh garlic cloves (brings a bold, roasted garlic flavor)
- Table salt (balances the richness)
- Green onions (adds a fresh, slightly sweet oniony bite)
Egg Wash (For a Golden Crust)
- Egg
- Milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Tangzhong: Cook bread flour and water into a thick paste and let it cool.
- Knead the Dough: Combine flour, yeast, milk powder, sugar, and salt. Mix in the egg, milk, and cooled tangzhong. Knead in butter until smooth and elastic.
- Let It Rise: Place dough in a warm area to double in size.
- Make the Garlic Butter Spread: Mix softened butter with minced garlic, salt, and chopped green onions.
- Shape and Fill the Dough: Roll out the dough, spread the garlic butter filling, and sprinkle with green onions. Roll and braid the dough, then place it in a loaf pan.
- Final Rise and Bake: Let the dough rise again, brush with egg wash, and bake at 350°F (180°C) for 25-30 minutes.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Warm in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes to restore freshness.
- Variations: Add shredded cheese for extra richness or swap green onions for chives.