Savory Bread Bowls for Soup
These delightful Savory Bread Bowls are perfect for serving your favorite soups, stews, or chilis! Inspired by a quest for the ideal vessel to enjoy Zuppa Toscana, this recipe combines the sweetness of warm bread with a soft, chewy texture that holds up beautifully when filled. Made effortlessly with your bread machine, these bowls are not only easy to prepare, but their slightly sweet flavor pairs wonderfully with hearty fillings. Adjust the sweetness to your preference by varying the sugar content, making it versatile for any palate. These bread bowls promise to elevate your dining experience and are sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or save them for your next cozy gathering!
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Servings
175
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
warm water
1/2 cup (heated to 110-115°F)
warm milk
1/2 cup (heated to 110-115°F)
egg
1 (brought to room temperature)
butter
2 tablespoons (softened)
salt
1 teaspoon (none)
sugar
1/4 cup (none)
all-purpose flour
3 cups (none)
active dry yeast
2 1/4 teaspoons (none)
cornmeal
to taste (for dusting the baking pan)
Instructions
1
In a microwave-safe container, combine the warm water (110-115°F), warm milk (110-115°F), and egg. Microwave on high for about 40 seconds until warm. Alternatively, heat the milk and water to the appropriate temperature and bring the egg to room temperature using your preferred method.
2
Transfer the warm egg mixture into the bread machine pan.
3
Add the softened butter, salt, sugar, and all-purpose flour into the pan, making sure to layer the ingredients as indicated. Finally, add the active dry yeast on top of the flour.
4
Set your bread machine to the dough cycle (1.5-pound setting) and start the machine.
5
Once the dough cycle is complete, lightly flour a clean surface and remove the dough from the bread machine. Divide the dough into four equal portions and gently shape each piece into a round ball, being careful not to overwork the dough.
6
Prepare your baking pan by sprinkling a thin layer of cornmeal across the surface to prevent sticking. Place the four dough balls evenly spaced on the pan and cover with a thin towel or plastic wrap, allowing them to rise in a warm, draft-free area for about one hour or until doubled in size.
7
Preheat your oven to 350°F (325°F for higher elevations). Once the dough has risen, bake the bread bowls for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown. Check for doneness by tapping the bottom of the bowls; they should sound hollow.
8
Remove the baked bowls from the pan and let them cool on a wire rack.
9
To serve, cut a thin layer from the tops of each bowl and carefully hollow out the insides to create a cavity for your desired chili, chowder, or stew.
Nutrition Information
3g
Fat
35g
Carbs
4.5g
Protein
1g
Fiber
5g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Bread Bowls?
Savory Bread Bowls are soft, chewy, and slightly sweet bread vessels designed to hold soups, stews, or chilis.
What inspired this bread bowl recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a quest to find the ideal vessel for enjoying Zuppa Toscana.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
The recipe makes four equal portions, resulting in four bread bowls.
What temperature should the water and milk be?
Both the warm water and the warm milk should be heated to between 110-115 degrees Fahrenheit.
How should I prepare the egg for the dough?
The egg should be brought to room temperature or warmed briefly with the liquid mixture in the microwave.
Can I use a bread machine for this recipe?
Yes, this recipe is specifically designed to be prepared using a bread machine's dough cycle.
What bread machine setting is required?
You should use the dough cycle with a 1.5-pound setting.
In what order should I add ingredients to the bread machine?
Add the warm egg and liquid mixture first, followed by butter, salt, sugar, and flour, then place the yeast on top of the flour.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for three cups of all-purpose flour.
Can the sweetness of the bread bowls be adjusted?
Yes, you can vary the sugar content to adjust the sweetness to your personal preference.
What kind of yeast is needed?
You will need 2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast.
What is the first step after the bread machine dough cycle ends?
Remove the dough to a lightly floured surface and divide it into four equal portions.
How do I shape the dough portions?
Gently shape each piece into a round ball, taking care not to overwork the dough.
Why is cornmeal used on the baking pan?
Cornmeal is sprinkled on the baking pan to prevent the dough from sticking during rising and baking.
How long should the dough balls rise?
They should rise in a warm, draft-free area for about one hour or until they have doubled in size.
What is the standard oven temperature for baking?
The standard baking temperature is 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is the baking temperature for high elevations?
For higher elevations, the recommended baking temperature is 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
How long should the bread bowls bake?
The bowls should bake for 20 to 25 minutes until they are golden brown.
How do I know the bread bowls are fully cooked?
The bowls are done when they are golden brown and sound hollow when you tap the bottom.
How should I cool the bread bowls?
Remove them from the baking pan and let them cool on a wire rack.
How do I create the cavity for the soup?
Cut a thin layer from the top of the bowl and carefully hollow out the inside.
How many calories are in one bread bowl?
Each bread bowl contains approximately 175 calories.
What is the fat content per bread bowl?
There are 3 grams of fat in each bread bowl.
How much protein does one bowl provide?
Each serving provides 4.5 grams of protein.
What is the carbohydrate count for a bread bowl?
Each bowl contains 35 grams of carbohydrates.
How much fiber is in each serving?
There is 1 gram of fiber per bread bowl.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
There are 5 grams of sugar per serving.
What kind of butter should I use?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of softened butter.
Are these bread bowls good for leftovers?
Yes, they can be enjoyed fresh or saved for a future cozy gathering.
Can I use these for chili or stew?
Absolutely, these bowls are sturdy enough to hold hearty fillings like chili, chowder, or stew.