Flower Shaped Bread with Kabocha Squash Paste

Kabocha squash, also known as Japanese pumpkin, is a popular ingredient in Asian cuisine. It has a sweet and nutty flavor, making it a delicious addition to this bread recipe.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 130 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Flower Shaped Bread with Kabocha Squash Paste

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Bread, Breakfast, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs 10 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 250 gram All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Instant yeast
• 2 tablespoon Sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 300 gram Kabocha squash
• 2 tablespoon Honey

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
2. Heat the milk and butter in a small saucepan until the butter melts. Let it cool slightly.
3. Add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
6. Meanwhile, steam the kabocha squash until tender. Mash it with a fork and mix in the honey.
7. Punch down the dough and divide it into 6 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
8. Take one ball and flatten it into a disc. Place a spoonful of kabocha squash paste in the center.
9. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, creating a flower shape.
10. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
11. Place the shaped bread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
12. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10 minutes.
13. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
14. Bake the bread for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
15. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.
16. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 10g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.