Description
Golden, pull-apart bread stuffed with caramelized onions, melted Gruyère, and herbs shaped into a festive wreath and baked until beautifully golden and fragrant.
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
1 cup warm milk
2 tbsp sugar
3 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
2 large onions, thinly sliced
1 tsp sugar
1 ½ cups shredded Gruyère cheese
1 tsp thyme
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
1 tsp chopped rosemary
Flaky salt for topping
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let sit 10 minutes.
2. Add butter, salt, and flour; knead into smooth dough. Let rise 1 hour.
3. In a skillet, cook onions in oil and butter until golden and caramelized, 25–30 minutes. Add thyme, salt, and sugar.
4. Roll dough into a rectangle, spread onions, sprinkle Gruyère, and roll tightly into a log.
5. Slice the log lengthwise, twist, and form into a wreath shape. Place on parchment-lined sheet.
6. Brush with butter, sprinkle rosemary and salt. Let rise 20 minutes.
7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
8. Brush again with butter before serving warm.
Notes
Use Swiss or white cheddar instead of Gruyère if preferred.
Make ahead and reheat before serving.
For extra crispness, bake on a pizza stone.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Bread, Holiday
Keywords: caramelized onion bread, Gruyère bread wreath, stuffed bread recipe, melissa recipes, holiday appetizer, cheesy pull apart bread, savory wreath bread