Love Heart Bread & Baked Camembert

Here’s a lovely recipe for Love Heart Bread & Baked Camembert—perfect for a romantic snack or cozy gathering!

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Love Heart Bread & Baked Camembert Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Love Heart Bread:

• 500g strong white bread flour

• 7g instant yeast (1 sachet)

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tbsp sugar

• 300ml warm water

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Extra flour for dusting

For the Baked Camembert:

• 1 whole Camembert cheese (in a wooden box, about 250g)

• 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced

• 1-2 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme

• Drizzle of olive oil

• Optional: honey, cracked black pepper, or chili flakes for serving

• Crusty bread or your love heart bread for dipping

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Instructions:

Step 1: Make the Love Heart Bread Dough

1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.

2. Gradually add the warm water and olive oil while mixing to form a soft dough.

3. Knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth or cling film, and leave to rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 2: Shape the Love Hearts

1. After the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release air.

2. Divide the dough into small equal portions (around 8-10 pieces).

3. Roll each piece into a ball and then shape it into a heart by pinching one side to form the point and rounding the other side.

4. Place the hearts on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each.

5. Cover again and let them prove for 30 minutes.

Step 3: Bake the Love Heart Bread

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (430°F).

2. Optional: brush the hearts lightly with olive oil or beaten egg for a shiny finish.

3. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

4. Remove and cool slightly on a wire rack.

Step 4: Prepare & Bake the Camembert

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. Remove the Camembert from the box and place it back into the wooden box (after removing any paper) or place it in a small ovenproof dish.

3. Score the top of the cheese with a sharp knife in a criss-cross pattern.

4. Insert slices of garlic and sprigs of rosemary/thyme into the cuts.

5. Drizzle a little olive oil on top.

6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until gooey and melted.

Step 5: Serve

• Serve the warm baked Camembert with your freshly baked love heart bread.

• Optionally drizzle with honey or sprinkle with cracked black pepper or chili flakes.

• Tear the bread hearts and dip into the melted cheese.