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Garlic Herb Butter Pull-Apart Bread

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This easy, tender pull-apart bread is infused with garlic and fresh herbs, brushed with buttery goodness, and perfect for sharing at gatherings or cozy dinners. The soft, pillowy texture and aromatic flavor make it a crowd-pleasing comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (420g)
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet, 7g)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar (25g)
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt (8g)
  • 1 cup whole milk (240ml), warmed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (60g), melted
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (115g), melted (for garlic herb butter)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme, leaves stripped
  • 1/2 tsp salt (for garlic herb butter)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper (optional)
  • Extra chopped herbs, for garnish (optional)
  • Flaky sea salt, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warmed milk and sugar. Sprinkle yeast over the milk and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add melted butter and egg to the yeast mixture. Whisk to combine.
  3. Add flour and salt. Mix with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Adjust with milk or flour as needed.
  5. Place dough in a clean, lightly greased bowl. Cover and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, until doubled.
  6. While dough rises, combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, chives, thyme, salt, and black pepper in a bowl for the garlic herb butter.
  7. Punch down risen dough and roll into a 15×10-inch rectangle. Cut into 20 rectangles (about 2×2.5 inches each).
  8. Brush each piece generously with garlic herb butter. Stack pieces loosely and arrange upright in a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  9. Cover pan and let dough rise for 30 minutes, until puffy. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  10. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
  11. Brush hot bread with remaining garlic herb butter. Sprinkle with extra herbs and flaky sea salt if desired.
  12. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Notes

For best results, use fresh herbs and proof yeast until foamy. Don’t over-flour the dough for a tender crumb. Bread can be customized with cheese, different herbs, or made gluten-free/vegan with substitutions. Leftovers keep well wrapped in the fridge for 3 days or frozen for 2 months. Reheat gently and brush with extra butter to revive flavor.

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