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Vampire Bread

Vampire Bread
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Vampire Bread is a visually stunning and delicious treat perfect for Halloween celebrations or cozy fall gatherings. This festive loaf features a mesmerizing swirl of black and red dough, enticing both the eyes and the palate. With its slightly sweet crumb, Vampire Bread is versatile enough to be enjoyed on its own, toasted with butter and cinnamon sugar, or used as a whimsical base for themed sandwiches. Easy to make with kids, this recipe will surely become a favorite for any autumn occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup hot reduced-fat milk
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ tablespoons sugar
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 ½ tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Black food coloring
  • Red food coloring

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together hot milk and egg yolk. Microwave for an additional 25–30 seconds to keep warm.
  2. In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, and yeast.
  3. Add the warm milk mixture along with butter and salt; stir until combined into a rough dough.
  4. Knead by hand for about 10 minutes or with a dough hook on low speed until smooth.
  5. Divide the dough into portions, let rest briefly under a tea towel.
  6. Color one portion with black food coloring and another with red; knead until evenly colored.
  7. Let each dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1.5 hours).
  8. Punch down each piece, roll out into rectangles, stack them in color order, then roll to form a loaf.
  9. Place in a greased loaf pan; cover and let rise again until doubled (about 1 hour).
  10. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for about 30 minutes or until hollow when tapped.

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