✨ Introduction
This soft and fluffy swirl bread 🍞 features a golden crust 🔥 and creamy filling 🥛, creating a delightful treat with every slice. Perfect for breakfasts, brunches, or tea time ☕.
🧂 Ingredients
- 🍞 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 🥄 ¼ cup sugar
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🥛 2 tbsp milk powder
- 🥚 2 large eggs
- 🥛 ½ cup warm milk
- 🍯 ¼ cup melted butter
- 🥄 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 🧈 ¼ cup room temperature butter (for filling)
- 🥚 1 egg yolk mixed with 1 tbsp milk (egg wash)
👩🍳 Instructions
- 🥣 In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- 🍞 Add flour, salt, milk powder, eggs, and melted butter. Knead into a smooth dough.
- 🌬️ Cover and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 🧈 Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Spread with soft butter and roll tightly into a log.
- 🔁 Slice the log lengthwise and twist the two halves together to form a swirl.
- 📦 Place in a greased loaf pan. Let rise again for 30 minutes.
- 🥚 Brush with egg wash and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden.
- 🌬️ Cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
🔄 Methods
- Add cinnamon and sugar for a sweet swirl 🍥.
- Use chocolate spread or jam for a dessert version 🍫🍓.
- Make it savory with garlic butter or cheese 🧄🧀.
- Shape into rolls or braid for variety.
📚 History
Swirl breads have roots in European baking traditions 🇪🇺, often served during holidays or special breakfasts. Their layered texture and visual appeal make them a favorite worldwide.
💪 Benefits
- 🍞 Carbs for energy
- 🥛 Calcium from milk powder
- 🥚 Protein from eggs
- 🍯 Rich flavor from butter
🎨 Formation
Serve sliced with butter, jam, or honey 🍯. Present on a wooden board for a rustic look or wrap for gifting 🎁.
✅ Conclusion
Swirl Bread is a soft, buttery delight that’s perfect for sharing or savoring solo. 🍽️
❤️ Lovers
- 👨👩👧👦 Families
- 🍞 Bread lovers
- 🧑🍳 Home bakers
- ☕ Tea time fans
- 🎁 Gift givers