This easy apricot pull-apart bread is irresistibly buttery-soft, with a fluffy interior and a golden-brown crust. Enhanced by sweet apricots, jam, and cinnamon sugar. This pull-apart bread is ideal for breakfast or dessert indulgence.
How To Make This Delightful Pull-Apart Bread Recipe
Creating a delicious Apricot Pull-Apart Bread is simpler than you might think. This recipe not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also fills your kitchen with a delightful aroma. To start, gather the following ingredients: flour, sugar, yeast, butter, egg, fresh apricots, apricot jam, and milk.
Begin by adding the flour to a bowl and creating a well in the middle. Into the well, add the yeast, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and about ยผ cup of milk. Carefully stir the yeast mixture without incorporating the surrounding flour. Allow the mixture to rest for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Next, add the egg, butter, the remaining sugar, and milk to the well. Mix everything thoroughly. Note: If the dough appears too sticky, incorporate a small amount of additional flour.
As soon as the dough comes together, knead it until it becomes smooth and elastic. Afterward, cover the dough and let it rise until doubled in size. Meanwhile, chop the apricots into small pieces.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle. Subsequently, spread the apricot jam over the dough and sprinkle evenly with chopped apricots and cinnamon sugar.
Carefully, roll the dough together. Cut the roll into 5 - 6 equal portions, then stack them in layers into a baking paper-lined loaf pan. Cut a few pieces of cold butter and dot over the cake. Drizzle with cinnamon sugar mix. Before placing the pan in the oven, cover it with a clean kitchen towel and allow the dough to rise one last time, about 30 minutes.
Finally, bake the bread until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool slightly before serving, then pull apart and enjoy the delightful flavors of apricot and warm, freshly baked bread.
Tips for A Perfect Pull-Apart Bread
Preparation: The foundation of any great pull-apart bread is a well-crafted dough. Begin with a dough that strikes the balanceโslightly sticky yet manageable. This consistency ensures ease of handling during shaping and assembly. Allow ample time for the dough to rise adequately; this step is crucial for achieving that airy, fluffy texture that defines a perfect pull-apart loaf.
Filling: The beauty of pull-apart bread lies in its versatility. Donโt hesitate to get creative with fillings. For a savory twist, consider a blend of cheese and aromatic herbs like rosemary or thyme. (If choosing a savory filling, please omit the sugar and add 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder to the dough ingredients). If your taste leans towards the sweet side, indulge in combinations like cinnamon sugar or a luscious spread of Nutella. The filling not only flavors the bread but also adds layers of texture and richness, ensuring every pull-apart piece is a delightful experience.
Baking: Mastering the baking process ensures your pull-apart bread emerges with a golden-brown crust thatโs visually inviting and delightfully crunchy. Keep a close watch as it bakes, adjusting oven temperature if needed to achieve even browning. To confirm readiness, insert a toothpick into the centerโwhen it comes out clean, your bread is perfectly baked. This ensures that every slice retains its structure, from the crispy crust to the tender crumb, promising a delightful pull-apart experience each time.
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Recipe
Apricot Pull Apart Bread
Ingredients
- 4 cups flour
- ยฝ cup butter room temperature
- 1 tablespoon yeast
- ยผ cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 ยผ cup milk warm
- 1 cup apricot jam
- 5 fresh apricots - cut in small cubes (optional)
Topping:
- ยผ cup cinnamon sugar mix
- 2 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- 1. In a big bowl add the flour and make a well in the middle. Add to the middle the yeast,1 tablespoon of sugar, and about ยผ cup of the milk. Stir with a fork the yeast mixture that was added to the middle. Let mixture rest 5 to 10 minutes.2. Add the egg, butter, and the rest of the sugar and milk to the well. Mix everything very good together, and knead until dough becomes smooth. If the dough is too sticky drizzle a little more flour over and knead.3. Form a ball and cover the bowl with a plastic wrap, or kitchen towel. Let the dough rest for about 1 hour. The dough should rise and double in size.4. With a rolling pin, roll the dough on a lightly floured surface. 5. With a spoon spread Apricot marmalade all over the dough. Add fresh cut apricot pieces over. Sprinkle with cinamon sugar. 6. Carefully roll dough together. Cut the roll into 5 - 6 equal portions. Add pieces into a with paper lined loaf pan. Cut a few pieces of cold butter and dot over the cake. Drizzle with cinnamon sugar mix.7. Heat oven to 350 ยฐF. Bake cake about 25 minutes.
Tatiana
This Bread is amazing!! Iโve been making this bread so many times, itโs a foolproof recipe!! Thank you so much for sharing!!