For an extra touch of flavor, brush the turtle with an egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water) before baking. This will give it a beautiful, glossy sheen. If the dough is too sticky, add flour 1 tablespoon at a time, until it is easy to handle. If you want to make a sweeter turtle bread, brush it with honey when it's fresh from the oven. This will give it a subtle, sweet flavor!
Turtle Bread
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME25 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 30 mins
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SERVING15 People
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Embark on a delightful baking adventure with this whimsical Turtle Bread! This adorable, turtle-shaped loaf is guaranteed to bring smiles to faces of all ages. Imagine the joy as you craft this edible reptile, perfect for a fun weekend activity or a unique centerpiece for your next gathering.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate21 g
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Cholesterol15 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein4 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium170 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat2 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Bloom the Yeast: In a small mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water. Let stand until creamy and frothy, about 10 minutes.
02 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Infuse the Milk: Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to bubble around the edges. Remove from heat, add the butter, and stir until melted. Allow the mixture to cool until lukewarm (about 100-110°F). (Approximately 5 minutes cooling)
03 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Combine Wet and Dry: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the cooled milk mixture. Add the egg, 2 cups of flour, and salt. Beat well to combine. Gradually add the remaining 1 cup of flour, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. (Approximately 5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 18 mins Knead the Dough: Once the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes.
05 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Shape the Turtle: Divide the dough into seven pieces: one large round (for the body), one 2-inch round (for the head), and five 1-inch rounds (for the legs and tail).
06 Step
Recipe View 8 mins Assemble the Turtle: Place the large round on a lightly greased baking sheet and flatten it slightly. Shape four of the 1-inch rounds into 'feet' and one into a 'tail' for the turtle. Shape the 2-inch round into a 'head'. Attach each piece by flattening the end that attaches to the body, wetting it slightly with water, and pinching it under the turtle's 'body'. Press raisins into the turtle's head for 'eyes'.
07 Step
Recipe View 20 mins Proof the Turtle: Cover the assembled turtle with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place for 20 minutes.
08 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the Oven: While the turtle is proofing, preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
09 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Score and Decorate: Use a sharp knife to make crisscross cuts in the turtle's body to create the 'shell' pattern. Use scissors to snip a small mouth on the turtle's head.
10 Step
Recipe View 23 mins Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.
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Gerry Toy
May 12, 2024My kids absolutely loved this! It was so much fun to make together, and they devoured it in minutes.
Samanta Stamm
Feb 28, 2024The dough was a little tricky to work with at first, but once I got the hang of it, it was easy. The result was amazing.
Dane Mcdermott
Jan 23, 2024I added a little bit of cinnamon to the dough, and it gave the bread a lovely, warm flavor.