Spring Greens Star Bread
A visually stunning and flavorful bread filled with fresh herbs and greens, perfect for sharing and special occasions.
Ingredients
Dough
- 0.25 cup warm water
- 1 tsp traditional active dry yeast
- 0.5 cup warm milk
- 2 tbsp sugar (plus a pinch)
- 2 eggs divided
- 4 tbsp butter divided
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra as needed)
- 1 tsp kosher salt divided
Filling
- 2 cups baby arugula (loosely packed)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (loosely packed)
- 3 cloves minced garlic (divided)
- 0.25 tsp pepper
- 1 zest lemon
- 150 g boursin cheese
- 0.5 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing warm water with a pinch of sugar and letting it bubble for 5 minutes.
- Combine warm milk, sugar, 1 beaten egg, 1 tbsp melted butter, and yeast in a mixer. Add flour and salt, then knead until smooth, adding more flour if sticky. Let rise for 1-1.5 hours until doubled.
- Pulse greens, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Add boursin and pulse until smooth. Chill until needed.
- Divide risen dough into three, roll into 10-inch circles, layer with filling and parmesan, then cut into strips. Twist strips to form a star shape, let rise 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush assembled star with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden. Melt remaining butter, sauté garlic, add parsley, and brush over warm bread.
Notes
Brushing with garlic butter while warm enhances flavor. Serve warm for best taste.