Buttery Snowflakes – Soft, Fluffy Pull-Apart Bread Shaped
Butter Snow Flakes are soft, buttery yeast rolls arranged in a beautiful snowflake shape and baked until golden brown. Their tender crumb and rich buttery flavor make them a perfect accompaniment to holiday meals and winter gatherings. The pull-apart design allows guests to easily share and enjoy the bread. Simple ingredients combine to create an elegant centerpiece that looks impressive yet is surprisingly easy to make. Warm from the oven, these rolls are irresistible with butter, honey, or jam. They bring both festive charm and comforting flavor to any table.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
For Brushing
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add melted butter, egg, salt, and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into small equal portions. Arrange the dough balls in a snowflake pattern on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving slight space between pieces.
- Cover loosely and allow the dough to rise again for 30 minutes.
- Mix egg yolk and milk. Brush over the dough.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Brush immediately with melted butter while still warm.
- Serve warm and allow guests to pull apart individual rolls.
Notes
- Use fresh yeast for the best rise.
- Warm milk should not exceed 110°F (43°C).
- Dough should feel soft but not sticky.
- Allow sufficient rising time for fluffy rolls.
- Brush with butter immediately after baking.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Rolls can be reheated before serving.
- Best enjoyed fresh on the day they are baked.