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Cheese Stuffed Braided Pretzel RingYudane Charcoal Bread

Yudane Charcoal Bread: Soft, Cheesy Braided Pretzel Delight

Discover the unique Yudane Charcoal Bread, a soft and cheesy braided pretzel delight that's perfect for sandwiches and meal prep.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Yudane
  • 60 g high protein bread flour Provides structure
  • 55 g boiling water Activates starches
For the Dough
  • 7 g dried instant yeast Can be substituted with fresh yeast
  • 30 g brown sugar Adds sweetness
  • 8 g salt Enhances flavor and gluten structure
  • 250 ml fresh milk Can use plant-based alternatives
  • 30 g butter Adds richness; margarine is a substitute
For the Charcoal
  • 10 g bamboo charcoal powder For color and unique flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Thermomix
  • Loaf pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Yudane Charcoal Bread
  1. Prepare Yudane Dough: Combine 60g of high protein bread flour with 55g of boiling water, stir well until mixed. Cover and refrigerate overnight or cool for 4 hours.
  2. Dough Prep: Bring Yudane to room temperature. In a mixing bowl, combine remaining dough ingredients, knead for 4 minutes.
  3. Incorporate Butter: Add softened butter, knead for an additional minute until fully integrated.
  4. First Proofing: Shape dough into a ball, cover, and proof in a warm place until it doubles in size (45-60 minutes).
  5. Shape Loaf: Deflate dough, divide into two pieces, shape into ovals, rest for 10 minutes, then roll into cylinders.
  6. Second Proofing: Place shaped dough in loaf pan, cover, and rise until it reaches 80% of the pan height (about 40 minutes).
  7. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 190°C (374°F) during the last 15 minutes of second proofing.
  8. Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Kneading times may vary based on flour and equipment. For best results, use an oven thermometer for accuracy.

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