Citrus Pull-Apart Bread Recipe

Name: Citrus Pull-Apart Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup warm water (100u00b0 to 110u00b0); 1 (1/4-oz.) envelope active dry yeast; 1 teaspoon granulated sugar; 1 cup butter, softened and divided; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon table salt; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1 cup milk; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 4 1/2 cups bread flour; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; Vegetable cooking spray; 2/3 cup powdered sugar; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 large egg white

Servings: persons

1/4 cup warm water (100u00b0 to 110u00b0)
1 (1/4-oz.) envelope active dry yeast
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 cup butter, softened and divided
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon table salt
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
4 1/2 cups bread flour
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Vegetable cooking spray
2/3 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons honey
1 large egg white

1
Combine first 3 ingredients in a 1-cup glass measuring cup, and let stand 5 minutes.
2
Beat 1/2 cup butter at medium speed with a heavy-duty electric stand mixer until creamy. Gradually add 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tsp. salt; beat 3 minutes or until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and next 2 ingredients. Stir in yeast mixture.
3
Combine bread flour and nutmeg. Gradually add to butter mixture, and beat at low speed 2 minutes or until well blended.
4
Sprinkle a flat surface generously with bread flour. Turn dough out; knead until smooth and elastic (about 5 minutes), sprinkling surface with bread flour as needed. Coat a large bowl with cooking spray. Place dough in bowl, turning to grease top. Cover with plastic wrap; let rise in a warm place (80u00b0 to 85u00b0) 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until doubled in bulk.
5
Punch dough down; turn out onto lightly floured surface. Divide dough in half. Roll 1 dough portion into a 20- x 12-inch rectangle. Spread with 1/4 cup softened butter, and cut into 5 (12- x 4-inch) strips. Sprinkle 2 Tbsp. Citrus Filling over 1 strip, and top with a second strip. Repeat with remaining strips and filling, stacking strips as you go. Cut stack into 6 (4- x 2-inch) rectangles.
6
Lightly grease 2 (9- x 5-inch) loaf pans with cooking spray. Place stacked rectangles, cut sides up, into 1 prepared pan. Repeat procedure with remaining dough, 1/4 cup softened butter, Citrus Filling, and second pan. Sprinkle any remaining filling over loaves.
7
Whisk together powdered sugar, melted butter, honey, and egg white until blended. Spoon over loaves. Cover loosely with plastic wrap; let rise in a warm place (80u00b0 to 85u00b0) 1 hour or until doubled in size.
8
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown, shielding with aluminum foil after 25 minutes to prevent excessive browning, if necessary. Cool in pans on a wire rack 10 minutes. Remove from pans to a wire rack; brush with Fresh Citrus Glaze. Cool 5 minutes.

1343

kcal

Calories

Fat

154

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup warm water (100u00b0 to 110u00b0), 1 (1/4-oz.) envelope active dry yeast, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, 1 cup butter, softened and divided, and more.

Yes, Citrus Pull-Apart Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Citrus Pull-Apart Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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