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Homemade Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread

Homemade Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread: Your New Favorite Snack

Homemade Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread is a savory-sweet snack that's easy to make and delivers a flavor explosion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 buns
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Buns
  • 6 buns Brioche Buns Choose high-quality buns for the best texture; St Pierre is recommended.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 12.35 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 4 tbsp Sugar Can use alternative sweeteners if desired.
  • 0.5 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla extract recommended for better flavor.
For the Garlic Butter
  • 2.45 oz Unsalted Butter Kerrygold is preferred for premium quality.
  • 2.5 tbsp Minced Garlic Use fresh garlic for best taste; avoid browning while cooking.
For the Custard
  • 2 tbsp Milk Can substitute with plant-based milk for dietary needs.
  • 1 tbsp Heavy Cream
  • 1.5 tbsp Mayonnaise Hellmann's recommended for best results.
  • 1 tbsp Dried Parsley Fresh parsley can be used for more vibrancy if preferred.
  • 1 unit Egg Can substitute with a flax egg for vegan options.
  • 0.25 tsp Salt Keep the quantity as specified for best results.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • piping bag
  • Saucepan
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Gather all your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Finely mince 2.5 tablespoons of fresh garlic and set aside.
  3. Combine the softened cream cheese, 4 tablespoons of sugar, and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract in a mixing bowl and mix until smooth.
  4. In a small saucepan, melt 1.5 tablespoons of unsalted butter, add minced garlic, sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Whisk together the cooked garlic butter, remaining melted butter, 2 tablespoons of milk, 1 tablespoon of heavy cream, 1.5 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons of sugar, 1 tablespoon of dried parsley, 1 egg, and ¼ teaspoon of salt until smooth.
  6. Make six diagonal cuts into each brioche bun without cutting all the way through.
  7. Fill each cut in the brioche buns with the cream cheese filling.
  8. Dip each filled bun into the custard mixture and ensure they are coated.
  9. Pipe a bit more cream cheese filling directly into the center of each bun after coating them in custard.
  10. Bake the buns in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  11. Allow the buns to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling, and avoid cutting the buns all the way through for best results.

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