Homemade Bread Bowls
Turn your next meal into a showstopper with these Homemade Bread Bowls—soft, golden, and irresistibly fresh from the oven! Perfect for serving hearty soups, creamy chowders, or savory dips, these edible bowls not only elevate presentation but also add a delicious, chewy accompaniment to every bite. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, yeast, and a touch of melted butter, this recipe guides you through creating bakery-quality bread bowls with a golden crust and fluffy interior. With just a little patience for rising and kneading, you’ll be rewarded with six perfectly portioned bowls that are as practical as they are impressive. Great for cozy family dinners or your next gathering, these bread bowls can be customized to complement any filling. Get ready to impress with this versatile, crowd-pleasing recipe that’s a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 packet Dry active yeast
- 2.5 cups Warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large Egg white
- 1 teaspoon Water (for egg wash)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine dry active yeast, warm water, and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
Add salt, melted butter, and 3 cups of all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined.
Gradually add the remaining 3 cups of flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing until a dough forms. The dough should be slightly tacky but manageable.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 6-8 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 6 equal portions. Shape each portion into a round ball.
Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. Cover them with a towel and let them rise again for 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg white and 1 teaspoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the tops of the dough balls with the egg wash to give them a shiny, golden crust.
Bake the bread bowls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Let the bread bowls cool slightly. To serve, cut a circle out of the top of each loaf and hollow out the center, leaving about a 1-inch thick wall and base. Save the removed bread for dipping or another use.
Fill the bread bowls with your favorite soup, stew, or dip and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2958 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 4792 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 577.9 g | 210% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 80.8 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 33.7 mg | 187% | |
| Potassium | 973 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
