Dutch Crunch Bread

Content… Dutch Crunch Bread Recipe Ingredients How to Make It Recipe Variations Tips and Tricks Make-Ahead Instructions Serving and Storage Instructions FAQs What to Serve More Soul-Satisfying Bread Recipes to Try Conclusion Watch How to Make It

What Is Dutch Crunch Bread?

This bread is famous for its sweet, crunchy exterior and distinctive crackly crust resembling a tiger’s skin (thus its nickname tiger bread). When you take a bite, the crunchy surface gives way to a pillowy interior, creating a pleasant contrast of textures. 

Dutch crunch bread also elevates sandwiches and burgers and delivers a complementary addition for soups and stews. And it enhances any bread experience by adding a fun element to a variety of dishes.

Recipe Ingredients

An outstanding feature of this Dutch crunch bread recipe is the affordable and easily accessible ingredients. Yes! You probably have them in your pantry already. 😉

1. Milk – Whole milk works best, but evaporated and low-fat milk also works, giving the dough a rich flavor and soft texture.
2. Sugar – A flavor enhancer that also activates the yeast for a good rise.
3. Yeast – Active dry yeast delivers a faster rise and soft texture. However, use what you have and just follow the package instructions.
4. Flour – Melted butter adds creamy luxury for a creamy and perfectly moist bread.
5. Butter – Melted butter adds creamy luxury for a creamy and perfectly moist bread.
6. Topping – Rice flour adds a unique texture and flavor. Then the yeast contributes to the formation of a crackly and textured exterior while the butter gives it deliciousness.

How to Make Dutch Crunch Bread

Make the Dough

• Heat the Milk – In a microwave-safe bowl, heat up the milk for about half a minute. It should be lukewarm, not hot. 
• Proof – Add sugar and yeast and set aside until it is frothy, about 5 minutes.
• Make the Dough – Combine the flour, melted butter, salt, and activated yeast in a large bowl until well combined.
• Knead – Turn your dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes.
• Rise – Shape your into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Then cover it with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rise for 1-1½ hours or until it has doubled in size.
• Divide – When the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it evenly into 8 pieces. Then working with one piece at a time, shape it into a ball. As you go, arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Cover the bread rolls loosely with plastic wrap and let rise for 30 minutes. 

Get Ready to Bake

• Preheat the oven to 375℉/190℃ and make the topping mixture.
• Topping – In a medium bowl, combine rice flour, sugar, melted butter, yeast, and water in a small bowl and whisk until smooth. Cover it and set it in a warm place to rise while the bread rises.
• Brush – Spoon or brush 2 tablespoons of the rice topping over the balls, making sure to cover all the sides.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes, rotating the baking tray at around 10 minutes.
• Cool – Take it out of the oven and let it cool. 
• Serve – Enjoy them as is or with butter. You can also make a sandwich or burger. 

Recipe Variations

1. Topping Swaps – Try this deliciousness with a streusel topping or decadent cream cheese glaze.
2. Fill It – You can also slice them open and slather them with cream cheese, fruit preserves, caramel, or any filling you like. 
3. Vegan Tiger Rolls – Make it vegan-friendly with plant-based milk and butter. Soy milk is a great choice.
4. Dutch Crunch Bread Loaf – Instead of making rolls, bake the dough for about 30 minutes in a loaf pan to enjoy sliced for sandwiches. Then add your favorite filling, such as smoked ham or pulled pork. Oh yes!

Tips and Tricks

1. Use a pastry brush or the back of the spoon to spread the rice flour mixture. Spread it gently so it won’t deflate the dough. 
2. Allow 15-20 minutes of resting time for the rice flour mixture before topping the dough so it sticks better.
3. Add more or less water to adjust the consistency and thickness of the rice flour mixture.
4. Slice your bread after completely cooling to ensure the perfect texture without getting gooey.

Make-Ahead Instructions

Luckily, you can make these Dutch crunch rolls ahead of time. Make the dough and topping separately and store it in the fridge until ready to combine and bake. Once ready to serve, make and apply the rice flour paste and bake.

Serving and Storage Instructions

Dutch crunch bread is definitely storage friendly. It should stay fresh for about 3 days at room temperature when covered tightly or stored in an airtight container. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months. Place them in a freezer-safe resealable bag before freezing to maintain their freshness.

Reheat bread in the oven or air fryer to bring back the freshness. Serve as it is, or make it like a sandwich or hamburger. You can also serve it with pasta, noodles, or salad.

FAQs

What to Serve With Dutch Crunch Bread

This Dutch bread pairs well with various dishes, from soup and stews to salad, sandwich spread, and meaty dishes.

1. Spinach Artichoke Dip
2. Chicken Tortilla Soup
3. Hamburger Soup
4. Chicken Salad Sandwich
5. Easy Macaroni Salad

More Soul-Satisfying Bread Recipes to Try

1. Coconut Sweet Bread
2. Beer Bread
3. Potato Bread
4. Cinnamon Raisin Bread
5. Apple Bread

Conclusion

Dutch crunch bread is a great way to elevate your burgers and sandwiches. How do you plan on using it? Let me know in the comments how you enjoy these next-level bread rolls!

Watch How to Make It

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