Ingredients
- 1/2 cup warm water about 110°F
- 4 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter softened (for dough)
- 1/2 cup milk warm (about 110°F)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups bread flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted (for garlic butter)
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- Extra melted butter for brushing after baking
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Add the softened butter, warm milk, and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually stir in the bread flour and knead on medium speed until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 7-10 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it loosely, and let it rise in a warm spot until it has doubled in size, approximately 1 hour.
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley thoroughly.
- Cut the dough into small, round pieces and dip them in the butter mixture. Arrange the coated dough pieces in a greased loaf pan.
- Cover loosely and allow them to rise until nearly doubled, about 45 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Bake until the bread is golden brown, about 30 minutes. If the 30 minutes have passed and the bread doesn't appear ready, cover it with foil and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.
- Remove the bread from the oven, brush with any remaining garlic butter, and let cool slightly before serving.
