Green Onion Garlic Butter Bread Loaf Recipe
This Green Onion Garlic Butter Bread Loaf is a flavorful homemade bread infused with garlic butter and fresh green onions. Soft and aromatic, it’s perfect for serving warm as a snack or alongside soups and salads. The loaf features a tender crumb with a golden, buttery crust enriched with herbs and a mild kick from optional chili flakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 10-12 slices) 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Bread Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour)
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
For the Garlic Butter Mixture:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- ½ cup green onions, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a small bowl, whisk together the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is activated. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the egg, softened butter, and yeast mixture, then mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic, or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for about 5 minutes. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Make the Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, dried oregano (if using), and chili flakes (if using). Stir in the finely chopped green onions and set the mixture aside.
- Shape the Bread: Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Roll it out into a rectangle approximately 12×8 inches on a floured surface. Brush the garlic butter mixture evenly over the dough surface. Starting from the shorter side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Place the rolled dough seam side down into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan. Cover with a towel and let it rise for another 20 minutes.
- Bake the Bread: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Before baking, brush the top of the loaf with extra garlic butter to help create a golden, flavorful crust. Bake the loaf for 28-32 minutes until golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped. Remove from the oven and let it cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the bread and serve warm with extra butter or alongside a bowl of soup. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Make sure the milk is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
- For best results, use fresh active dry yeast and verify it is still active by ensuring it foams during activation.
- The optional oregano and chili flakes add an extra flavor dimension but can be omitted if preferred.
- If you want a softer crust, cover the loaf with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- This bread is best served warm but can be toasted the next day for fresh taste.
- Store bread in an airtight container or wrapped tightly to maintain freshness.
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