Description

A stunning pull-apart bread inspired by the comforting flavors of corn pudding, Seeded Corn and Onion Bubble Loaf combines sweet corn, caramelized onion, and sesame seeds for a soft, golden, and shareable Bundt-style loaf. Perfect for gatherings or as a show-stopping side dish.

Ingredients

1/4 cup milk (warm, 110°F–115°F)

1 (1/4 oz) package active dry yeast

1/2 cup unsalted butter

3/4 cup finely diced yellow onion

1 clove garlic, minced

1 cup cream-style sweet corn

1/4 cup granulated sugar

3 large eggs, divided

1 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, divided

1 tbsp black sesame seeds, divided

2 cups white whole wheat flour (plus extra for kneading)

2 cups bread flour

3/4 cup frozen sweet corn kernels, thawed

1 tbsp water

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Instructions

Heat milk to 110°F–115°F and stir in yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; cook for about 2 minutes until softened and fragrant. Remove from heat.
In a stand mixer bowl fitted with a paddle, combine onion mixture, cream-style corn, sugar, 2 eggs, salt, black pepper, and 2 tsp each of toasted and black sesame seeds.
Switch to the dough hook and add white whole wheat flour, bread flour, and yeast mixture. Knead on low for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add more flour if too sticky.
Add thawed sweet corn and mix on low for 1–2 minutes until evenly distributed.
Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
Grease a 12-cup (10-inch) Bundt pan generously. Punch down dough and cut into 25 pieces. Shape each into a ball and layer in the pan, rounded sides up.
Cover and let rise again until doubled, 40–50 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F.
In a small bowl, whisk remaining egg with 1 tbsp water. Brush over dough and sprinkle with remaining sesame seeds.
Bake for 40–50 minutes, tenting with foil after 25 minutes to prevent overbrowning. Bread is done when golden and internal temperature reaches 200°F.
Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then loosen edges and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Add chopped herbs like thyme or chives for extra aroma.

Sprinkle shredded cheese between layers for a rich, savory version.

Use sunflower or poppy seeds instead of sesame seeds for variation.

Make ahead and refrigerate overnight before baking for convenience.

Freeze up to 2 months; thaw and reheat in a 325°F oven before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece
Calories: 180
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 35mg