So this month at the Daring Bakers we were asked to make beautiful bread. I had been hoping for a bread challenge, so imagine my excitement when I saw this gorgeous breads! There were two shape options, this one and another one, also round but with twisted ropes in the middle. I immediately loved the flower shape so I went with that one (well, at least I think it’s a flower so that’s what I’m calling it).
I could have gotten creative with the filling but plain cinnamon was all I really wanted, especially after seeing all those gooey monkey breads from the guys at Sourdough Surprises (although then again, I had made a savory monkey bread in the first place because I was saving the sugary cinnamon for this one).
I used the dough recipe provided for the twist bread because it called for sweetened condensed milk, which I love. And that way I could also use it as a drizzle, without opening a can just for that. I still have leftovers which I’m going to eat with a spoon use on another recipe soon, I won’t tell you what is it but it’s going to be pretty cool :)
The bread looks super impressive but the assembly is actually very easy. You can see the step by step instructions here, but meanwhile, I’ll show you some process shots:
I really loved making this bread! It was so yummy and it made me feel totally accomplished to create such a beautiful piece. Though I was sad it got a little toasty, but I guess it was my fault because I reduced the dough quantities a little bit, and didn’t think of reducing the baking time (I’ve updated it on the recipe). But it was still good!
Blog-checking lines: Beauty surrounded the Daring Bakers this month as our host, Sawsan, of chef in disguise, challenged us to make beautiful, filled breads. Who knew breads could look as great as they taste?
Cinnamon Flower Bread
Recipe adapted from Sawsan
Yield: 8 pieces
For the dough:
130 g / 4.5 oz sweetened condensed milk
1 egg
1/3 cup oil
1/3 cup water
1 tsp yeast
330 g / 11.5 oz flour
pinch of salt
For the filling:
50 g / 2 oz butter, melted
3 tbsp cinnamon
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
1. Mix the condensed milk, yeast, oil, water, and egg in the bowl of your mixer.
2. Gradually add the flour and knead, using the kneading attachment or by hand, until you get a soft dough.
4. Form the dough into a ball, cover it and allow to rest until it doubles in size.
5. Punch down the dough and divide it into 4 parts.
6. Roll each part into a circle, at least 20 cm / 8 inch in diameter.
7. Brush one of the circles with butter, then sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
8. Place a second layer on top of the first layer, repeat the brushing and sprinkling, and then do the same with the third layer.
9. Top with the fourth layer, and brush it with butter.
10. Using a sharp paring knife, divide the dough circles into 8 triangles.
11. Make cuts that go 2/3 of the way in the middle of each triangle. The cuts should not reach the base of the triangle, nor the tip.
12. Take the tip of each triangle, insert it into the cut you made, and pull it from the underside.
13. Arrange the triangle on your baking sheet, then pinch the two angles at the base of the triangle together (at this point I covered the bread and refrigerated it overnight, to bake it for breakfast).
14. Allow to rest for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the oven to 500°F.
15. Bake for 5 minutes at 460°F, then lower the temperature to 390°F and bake for 10-15 more minutes.
Thank you so much for taking on this challenge with me and I have to say that the result is simply stunning!
I am really glad you enjoyed the process and the taste :)
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise recently posted…Nutella twists
Thanks Sawsan! And thank you for hosting :)
So gorgeous! Almost too pretty to eat. I love it! Thanks for sharing this, I saw it on the Design It Friday Link party, and I am so glad I did. Pinned!
Rach @ EazyPeazyMealz recently posted…BBQ Pork, Qunioa, Sweet Potato Burritos
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It looks stunning!!
You are very talented :)
I make my own condensed milk and I’d looooooooooooove to try making a dough with it.
Thanks!!
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Thanks a lot Winnie :) Homemade condensed milk sounds so good!
This looks awesome!
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Thanks! I love that you made a chocolate version :)
Looks so beautiful!
Thank you :)
I’m so intrigued by this bread… absolutely gorgeous! Making any kind of bread is my most favorite thing. And, this one is made so beautifully. :)
Gloria // Simply Gloria recently posted…Mint Cheesecake Cookie Bars
I love making bread too! I especially loved that this one looked so good but was still easy to make. Thanks for the comment :)
Wow! Yours is so gorgeous! You really teased out all the layers so the contrasting is stunning. Great job. I enjoyed making and eating this too!
Sara Stall-Ryan recently posted…Daring Baker’s Challenge: Beautiful Bread
Thank you! And yeah, this challenge was so fun and tasty :)
Wow this is such beautiful bread and it looks yummy too! I absolutely love this idea! Checking it out from strut your stuff saturday and I pinned this amazing dish!
Cathy
http://www.threekidsandafish.com
Thanks a lot :)
This bread looks so yummylicious!! and beautiful! I can’t wait to make it yummmmmm! if you get the chance, would love you to link up to our Snickerdoodle Sunday sometime!
Kristina & Millie recently posted…Snickerdoodle Sunday – Going Green in March!
Thank you! I just linked up a couple posts, though my only green recipes are from Christmas hehe.
Wow! That top picture sucked me right in!! Beautiful pics and the recipe sounds delicious, especially with the sweetened condensed milk. {my husband will love that part} Great recipe girl, pinned! :)
Gotta love sweetened condensed milk :) Thanks a lot!
Looks beautiful! I think mine would have been better if it was a bit thinner too. Oh well, next time :)
Thanks!
Wow, that is impressive looking and I’m sure absolutely delicious. Would love if you linked up to the Let’s Get Real Blog Hop and share some of your recipes. mypinterventures.com
Erlene recently posted…Haupia Cake
Thanks! I’ll be sure to check out you blog hop.
Your bread looks so beautiful!
Rachael recently posted…Tomato, garlic, pine nut and herb pesto petal bread
Thanks Rachel :)
This is almost too pretty to eat! Haha although I am sure I would have no problem devouring it once itook the first bite. Looks great!
Ashley Parrish recently posted…The Goods on Friday
Thank you! Pretty or not, as soon as you smell the sweet cinnamon, you want to dive right in hehe.
Wow, this is beautiful! It sounds delicious too. Visiting from Reasons to Skip The Housework. I co-host Sweet and Savoury Sunday and would for you to link up this amazing sweetbread. Have a good week!
Laura@Baking In Pyjamas recently posted…Sweet and Savoury Sundays Link Party #51
Thank you! The party sounds cool, I’ll be sure to check it out.
This looks beautiful! I wonder how it would turn out as a savory bread with pesto as filling or something. I’m inspired to experiment.
Thanks! Many of the Daring Bakers made savory breads in this shape, including pesto bread. This dough is a little sweet but if you have a look at the Daring Bakers page (http://thedaringkitchen.com/recipe/beautiful-bread) you’ll see the original recipe for the cinnamon bread, which is more suitable for savory fillings. Have fun :)
Edible art! I love it.
Thanks a lot Mindie!
That is super gorgeous! Thank you for popping by WONDERFULLY CREATIVE WEDNESDAYS with this amazing dish!! Love a nibble now :-) Warmest, Nic
Thanks! And thank you for hosting :)
This is absolutely beautiful and I’ve no doubt it is as delicious as it looks. I will be honest and confess that I am planning to ask my son to make this. He really enjoys making any yeast-based breads and he always does a great job. Thanks for the recipe.
Thank you! This bread is definitely delicious as well as pretty (and easy!), I’m sure you’d love it.
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This is so beautiful and I don’t know if I could let anyone eat it! :) Thank you so much for sharing at Best of the Weekend! Hope you have a happy Friday!
Cindy Eikenberg recently posted…Glazed Irish Breakfast Tea Madeleines
Thank you, and thanks for hosting by the way! Happy Friday to you too :) I have to double think whether it was Friday since I’m still on holiday hehe. Not for long though…
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful project on The Inspiration Board at homework. You were featured in the spotlight!
Have a wonderful weekend.
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Thanks a lot for the feature and your kind comments!
Wow, I’ve never heard of this, but WOW. It’s so pretty!! I gotta try this! This is one of my favorites at Sweet & Savoury Sundays :) Hope to see you again this week!
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Thanks a lot!
So beautiful – looks delicious! Sharon and Denise
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Thank you!
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