Jack-o'-Lantern Bread

Jack-o'-Lantern Bread
45 min.
12
193kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of Halloween baking with our Jack-o’-Lantern Bread! This whimsical recipe is not just another bread; it's a charming centerpiece that will surely enchant your friends and family during your fall festivities. With its warm, inviting aroma and the playful jack-o’-lantern design, this bread is perfect for gatherings, parties, or simply as a festive treat to enjoy at home.

Imagine breaking into a loaf of freshly baked bread that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also celebrates the spirit of Halloween! The simple yet satisfying combination of thawed bread dough, an egg wash, and your creativity turns into a masterpiece that can be shared with twelve guests—each bite a delicious reminder of the season. Plus, it’s a wonderful opportunity to engage kids in the kitchen and inspire their culinary creativity as they help cut out the eyes, nose, and mouth.

In just 45 minutes, you can transform mere ingredients into a show-stopping creation that combines the warmth of homemade bread with the fun of Halloween. Whether served warm with butter or as an accompaniment to soups and stews, our Jack-o’-Lantern Bread is sure to be a hit. So roll up your sleeves, gather your loved ones, and let’s get baking!

Ingredients

  •  bread dough frozen thawed (1 lb. each)
  • tablespoon eggs beaten
  • 1.5 teaspoons milk 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Place loaves in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let rise until doubled, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  2. Punch dough down, knead loaves together in bowl, and shape into a ball.
  3. Transfer ball to an oiled 12- by 15-inch baking sheet. With oiled hands or a lightly floured rolling pin, flatten ball into an 11- by 13-inch oval.
  4. Cut out eyes, nose, and mouth; openings should be at least 1 1/2 to 2 inches wide. (To make small loaves, divide dough into 4 equal pieces, roll into 4- by 6-in. ovals; eye, nose, and mouth openings should be at least 1 to 1 1/2 in. wide.) Lift out cutout dough and bake on another pan or use for decorations.
  5. Cover shaped dough lightly with plastic wrap and let rise until puffy, about 20 minutes.
  6. Mix egg with milk; brush over dough.
  7. Bake in a 350 oven until well-browned, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool on a rack.
  8. Serve warm or cool.

Nutrition Facts

Calories193kcal
Protein10.14%
Fat11.64%
Carbs78.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.17
Glycemic Load
0.01
Inflammation Score
1
Nutrition Score
0.38826086469319%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:193.2kcal
9.66%
Fat:2.33g
3.59%
Saturated Fat:0.05g
0.31%
Carbohydrates:35.31g
11.77%
Net Carbohydrates:33.85g
12.31%
Sugar:0.03g
0.04%
Cholesterol:4.66mg
1.55%
Sodium:354.72mg
15.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.58g
9.16%
Fiber:1.46g
5.85%
Source:My Recipes