Bread Carlson's Padding Bear Clas Recipe
Make Bread Carlson's Padding Bear Clas Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Bread Ingredients
Padding Bear Ingredients
Method
Bread Directions
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the yeast is activated, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once risen, punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Shape it into a loaf.
- 7
Second Rise
Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf pan, cover it, and let it rise again for another 30-45 minutes.
- 8
Bake the Bread
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the loaf for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Padding Bear Directions
- 9
Prepare Padding Bear Mixture
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in honey and cinnamon until well combined.
- 10
Add Chocolate Chips
Stir in the chocolate chips until they are melted and fully incorporated into the mixture.
- 11
Combine with Bread
After the bread has cooled slightly, slice it and generously spread the Padding Bear mixture over each slice.
- 12
Serve
Serve warm with additional chocolate chips or a drizzle of honey on top if desired.