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Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread

Irresistibly Creamy Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread Recipe

This Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread offers a delightful fusion of crispy exterior and creamy filling, making it the ultimate snack time treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 buns
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread Base
  • 6 buns Brioche Buns Substitute with other soft rolls if brioche is unavailable.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 200 grams Cream Cheese Use full-fat cream cheese for the best results; avoid low-fat as it may affect consistency.
  • 4 tablespoons Sugar Possible substitution: honey for a different flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional to omit for a more savory note.
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 20 grams Butter Use unsalted butter for better control of saltiness.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Ensure it's fresh; avoid pre-minced varieties for best results.
  • 60 milliliters Milk Optional substitute: cream for a richer sauce.
  • 60 milliliters Heavy Cream Can be omitted or replaced with more milk.
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Hellmann's is recommended; substitute with Greek yogurt for a tangy flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley Substitute with fresh parsley for a more vibrant flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Omit for a vegan version, though texture may vary.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste; omit for a low-sodium version.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowls
  • Piping bag
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Line your baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Finely mince your garlic and organize your ingredients into separate bowls.
  3. Combine softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and cook gently for 2-3 minutes.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together garlic butter, remaining melted butter, milk, mayonnaise, sugar, parsley, egg, and salt.
  6. Make a cut in each brioche bun to create pockets without cutting all the way through.
  7. Fill each pocket with the cream cheese mixture and dip in the garlic butter sauce.
  8. Place buns on the baking tray and pipe additional cream cheese filling on top.
  9. Bake the buns for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Allow the buns to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cut with care to maintain the shape of the brioche buns. Cook garlic slowly to prevent burning. Allow to cool slightly before serving for best texture. Optionally brush remaining garlic butter on top before finishing baking.

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