Learn How to Make this Bread Bowl Recipe to use for soups, dips, and more. The crispy texture and soft center makes this homemade bread bowl recipe so delicious.
Place the water, yeast and 1 teaspoon of sugar in a large bowl of a stand up mixer fitted with a dough hook. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes until the yeast is foamy and activated.
Then stir in the melted butter.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and salt.
Reduce the speed on the mixer to low. Slowly add the flour mixture (1 cup at a time) until the dough starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl.
Knead the dough for about 5 minutes (with your hands or your mixer). The dough should be tacky but not sticky. If the dough is too sticky, gradually add more flour (1 tablespoon) at a time until it reaches that consistency.
Place the dough in an oil bowl. Roll the dough around in the bowl to cover the dough in the oil. Cover the bowl with a towel and let it rise until it has doubled in size (1 1/2 -2 hours).
Divide the dough into 6 even pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the dough balls on the baking sheet.
Use a sharp knife to make a small “X” on the top of each ball.
Stir together the egg wash ingredients and brush this mixture on top of the rolls.
Cover the rolls with plastic wrap and allow them to rise again until they have doubled in size (30-40 more minutes).
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit while the rolls are rising.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown.
Cool for 15-20 minutes until the bread can easily be handled.
When serving, cut a large round out of the top of each bread bowl with a serrated knife and gently scoop out the center of the rolls. Then the bread bowls are ready to fill with soup and enjoy!
Notes
You can store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days. But we love serving them fresh and warm right after they are baked!