The Best Pull Apart Bread
Cinnamon rolls have long been part of special weekend mornings and our family’s holiday traditions. The anticipation of watching the dough rise and waking up to that cinnamony smell in the house is just the best thing. Our recipe for eggnog pull-apart bread is a twist on the classic cinnamon rolls that we have made for so many years. This tender pull-apart eggnog bread is simply traditional cinnamon roll dough, with a few additions to make it extra special. Let it cool enough to touch, and then enjoy the fun of pulling it apart piece by delicious piece. No knife necessary! Perfect with a hot cup of coffee or a big glass of milk, and good for breakfast or dessert!! For another taste of the holidays, try our classic gingerbread loaf!
How To Make Pull Apart Bread
Let the yeast blossom! Warm the eggnog, oil, and sugar and add the yeast. Let it sit until beginning to foam, about 2 minutes.
Add the flour, until just combined. Cover with a clean kitchen towel, and set aside in a relatively warm place for an hour to proof.
Remove the towel and add the baking powder, baking soda, salt and remaining ¼ cup of flour. Stir thoroughly until fully combined. Can you make pull apart bread ahead of time? Absolutely! Use the dough right away, or place in a mixing bowl, covered with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days, punching down the dough if it rises to the top of the bowl.
When you’re ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350° F.
Form the dough! Roll the dough into a large rectangle.
Make the butter, cinnamon, nutmeg and sugar filling.
Using the back of a spoon, evenly spread the filling over the dough and sprinkle with chopped pecans and press them lightly into the butter mixture.
Using a sharp knife, trim the edges of the dough.
Grease (cooking spray works too) a 9-inch loaf pan. Layer the stacks of dough into the pan. How long to bake pull apart bread at 350? Bake in the oven until the top is golden brown, about 20 minutes. Cover with foil and bake until the center is cooked through about 35 minutes.
Make the glaze! In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, eggnog and rum extract until very smooth.
Remove the bread from the oven. While still warm, drizzle the glaze over the top. As it sits, the bread will absorb some of the icing’s moisture and flavor. Sprinkle with remaining ¼ cup chopped pecans. Delightful!
How long will pull-apart bread last? In our house, it doesn’t last lol, because it is inhaled immediately. Otherwise, it’s best within the first couple of days after it is baked.
Tools You’ll Need
A clean, flat surface to roll dough on
A clean kitchen towel for proofing the dough
Mixing bowls and measuring cups and spoons of various sizes
A whisk
More Tasty Treats For You, Your Friends, And Your Family
We’ve found that the best way to make friends is with delicious sweet things, and here’s a few of our favorites:
Who doesn’t love pie? Key Lime Pie, Peach Pie, and Apple Pie for the pie lovers.
A few great cobblers: Rhubarb Cobbler with Mint, Peach Cobbler, and Fresh Berry Cobbler
Loaves make a great hostess gift, and no one can pass on Banana Bread or this Gingerbread Loaf
Bar none of these great bar recipes: Coconut Caramel Pecan Bars and the good ole’ Raspberry Breakfast Bar
Don’t forget the chocolate! Baileys Chocolate Bundt Cake and Classic Fudgy Brownies
Treat Yourself, And Make This Delicious Bread!
We want to see your beautiful bakes! We think everyone in your family will love this sweet loaf. Tag us on Instagram using @themodernproper and #themodernproper. Happy baking!
