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Mouthwatering Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread

Mouthwatering Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread

Mouthwatering Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread is a deliciously addictive treat combining soft, slightly sweet milk bread or brioche with a rich cream cheese filling and aromatic garlic butter. Baked to golden perfection, this bread offers a crispy crust with a creamy, flavorful center. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or sweet-savory dessert alternative, it is easy to customize and inspired by popular Korean street food flavors.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Base

  • 1 loaf soft milk bread or brioche

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 200g cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried herbs (parsley or oregano) – optional

Garlic Butter Mixture

  • 3–4 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 50g butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Dried herbs (parsley or oregano) for garnish – optional

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Garlic Butter Mixture: Finely mince fresh garlic cloves and combine them with melted butter and sugar. Mix well to create a savory and slightly sweet garlic butter that will infuse the bread and help form a golden, crispy crust.
  2. Prep the Bread: Carefully slice the soft milk bread or brioche loaf into sections without cutting all the way through, so the loaf remains intact and can be stuffed with filling.
  3. Make the Cream Cheese Filling: Whip the cream cheese with sugar and optional herbs until smooth and fluffy, creating a creamy filling that melts beautifully inside the bread.
  4. Stuff the Bread: Generously spread the cream cheese mixture into each slice, filling every nook and cranny to ensure maximum creaminess in every bite.
  5. Brush with Garlic Butter: Brush the prepared garlic butter evenly over the entire loaf, making sure every exposed surface is coated for a rich, flavorful crunch.
  6. Bake Until Golden: Place the loaf in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake until the bread is crusty and golden brown and the cheese filling is warm and melty, about 15-20 minutes.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic and quality cream cheese for the best flavor.
  • Apply a light, even coating of butter to avoid sogginess.
  • Chill the cream cheese beforehand for easier whipping and spreading.
  • Keep bread slices shallow to maintain loaf structure while allowing space for filling.
  • Bake on a wire rack to promote air circulation and crispy sides.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Korean
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free bread)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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