Description
Indulge in the warm, cheesy goodness of Herbed Spinach and Artichoke Pull Apart Pretzel Bread. This delightful bread is not only soft and buttery but also packed with a savory filling of creamy cheeses, fresh spinach, and artichokes. The pull-apart style means it’s perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a cozy snack at home. Whether you’re hosting a game day get-together or looking for an impressive appetizer, this versatile bread will surely impress your guests. It’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy—just tear off a piece and savor the delicious flavors!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3 1/2–4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- coarse pretzel salt or sea salt, for sprinkling
- 4 ounces mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded fontina cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced or grated
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry of excess water
- 1 jar (6-8 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm water, instant yeast, and honey.
- Add 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and melted butter. Using the dough hook, mix until fully incorporated (about 4-5 minutes). If sticky, add up to an additional 1/2 cup flour.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Allow it to sit at room temperature for about 1 hour or until the dough has doubled in size.
- In a medium bowl, mix together mascarpone cheese, shredded fontina cheese, grated parmesan cheese, minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes. Stir in thawed spinach and chopped artichokes.
- Line a 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Once risen, punch down the dough on a floured surface. Roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Spread the filling evenly over the dough. Cut into approximately 16 equal squares.
- Stack squares into four stacks (4×4). Arrange vertically in prepared loaf pan. Cover with a clean towel; let rise for another 20-30 minutes until puffy. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Brush the top with water and sprinkle coarse salt over it. Bake in preheated oven for 35-45 minutes until golden brown on top. Remove from oven; let sit for about 5 minutes before transferring to a serving plate. Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (40g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg