I recently explored a fun twist on baking with this Everything Bagel Pull Apart Bread. The dough is soft and filled with luscious cream cheese while every bite bursts with perfectly balanced seasoning. This creation completely surprised me and ignited my curiosity to experiment further with similar recipes.

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I recently got super excited about this Everything Bagel Pull Apart Bread recipe that has quickly become one of my favs. I love how its soft and fluffy with a burst of flavor from 3 tbsp everything bagel seasoning, and to top it all off, it’s stuffed with cream cheese.

The process is pretty simple too – starting with a blend of 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast, 1 cup warm water, 1 tbsp sugar, 3 cups flour, 1 tsp salt and a bit of melted butter which all come together to create the perfect dough. I honestly never thought I’d mess around with things like pull apart dessert recipes or even bagel bread ideas, but trying my hand at this everything bagel pull apart bread was a fun experiment.

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Why I Like this Recipe

I really love how soft and fluffy this bread turns out. Every bite feels light and comforting and reminds me of a warm family kitchen.
I also like the fun pull-apart design. I mean, it’s just so cool how you can tear it apart and share it with friends or even keep it all to yourself.
And oh man, the cream cheese filling is such a game changer. It gives the bread a rich, creamy taste that makes it extra indulgent.
The everything bagel seasoning sprinkled all over adds that extra punch of flavor and a nice crunchy texture that I just can’t get enough of.

Ingredients

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Active dry yeast: Helps dough rise and adds a light tang to the bread taste.
Warm water: Activates yeast and dissolves sugar for a smooth dough mix.
All-purpose flour: Provides carbohydrates and structure, making the bread hearty and filling.
Sugar: Offers subtle sweetness and fuels the yeast, which helps the dough ferment.
Cream cheese: Adds a rich creaminess with a slight tang that balances the savory elements.
Everything bagel seasoning: A zesty mix of seeds and spices that brings crunchy, bold flavor.
Melted butter: Enhances moisture and flavor for a tender, rich bread texture.
Salt: Balances the sweetness with savory notes and boosts the dough’s overall flavor.

Ingredient Quantities

2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)

1 cup warm water (about 110°F)

1 tbsp sugar

3 cups all-purpose or bread flour

1 tsp salt

2 tbsp melted butter (plus a bit extra for greasing)

4 oz cream cheese, softened

3 tbsp everything bagel seasoning (plus extra for sprinkling on top)

How to Make this

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1. In a small bowl, mix 1 cup warm water, 1 tbsp sugar, and 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy

2. In a larger bowl, stir together 3 cups flour and 1 tsp salt then add 2 tbsp melted butter

3. Pour the yeast mixture into the flour mix and stir until a sticky dough forms

4. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes soft and elastic

5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour until it doubles in size

6. After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle

7. Spread 4 oz softened cream cheese evenly over the rectangle and sprinkle 3 tbsp everything bagel seasoning across it

8. Cut the dough into small squares or strips, then stack or arrange them in a greased baking pan so that they overlap and create a pull-apart design

9. Cover the pan with a towel and let the pieces rise for another 30 minutes

10. Preheat the oven to 375°F and bake the dough for 20-25 minutes until golden brown, then brush a little extra melted butter on top and sprinkle some extra everything bagel seasoning before serving Enjoy!

Equipment Needed

1. Small bowl for mixing the water, sugar, and yeast
2. Large mixing bowl for combining the flour, salt, and melted butter
3. Measuring cups and spoons for accurate ingredient amounts
4. A spoon or whisk for mixing the yeast and water together
5. A clean work surface that’s lightly floured for kneading and rolling out the dough
6. Rolling pin for flattening the dough into a rectangle
7. Knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into small squares or strips
8. Greased baking pan where the dough pieces will be arranged
9. A clean towel to cover the dough while it rises
10. Oven to bake the dough until its golden brown
11. A brush for applying extra melted butter on the finished roll (optional if you have one)

FAQ

Q: Can I use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour?

Yes, you can use bread flour and it might give the bread a chewier texture. Some people even mix them if they want a balance of softness and chew.

Q: Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Sure, you can prep the dough ahead and let it rise slowly in the fridge. Just be careful and let it come to room temperature before baking.

Q: What’s the trick to softening the cream cheese?

Leaving it out at room temperature for a bit usually does the trick. If you're in a hurry, you can microwave it for short bursts, stirring in between.

Q: How do I know when the dough is done rising?

The dough should be noticeably puffy and almost double its original size. If you press a finger lightly into it, the indentation should slowly fade away.

Q: Can I adjust the bagel seasoning?

Totally, you can add more or less depending on your taste. Sprinkle extra on top if you love that bold flavor.

Everything Bagel Pull Apart Bread Recipe Substitutions and Variations

Active dry yeast: You can use instant yeast instead, but reduce the amount by about 25% so it doesn’t over-rise.
Warm water: If you want a creamier texture, try using half water and half milk in your recipe.
Sugar: You can swap sugar for an equal amount of honey or maple syrup, but be aware the liquid change might affect consistency.
All-purpose or bread flour: For a healthier twist, you can replace up to 25% with whole wheat flour though it might make the bread a bit denser.
Cream cheese: If you’re not a fan or are out, mascarpone or even strained ricotta can work as a smooth substitute.

Pro Tips

1. Make sure your water is just around 110°F when mixing with the yeast. If it’s too hot it might kill the yeast, and then your dough won’t rise as it should so it’s really important.

2. Knead the dough long enough, like 8 to 10 minutes at least, even if it feels like a bit of a chore. Good kneading helps the gluten develop which gives your bread a nice chew.

3. When you’re laying the dough pieces in the pan, try not to overcrowd them. Leaving a little space helps each piece bake evenly and get that perfect texture.

4. For extra flavor, brush some extra melted butter right after baking and sprinkle more bagel seasoning on top. It really boosts the taste and gives it a nice shine.

5. Make sure your cream cheese is really soft before you spread it on the dough. If it’s cold or lumpy, it won’t spread nicely and might mess up how the flavors come together.

Everything Bagel Pull Apart Bread Recipe

Recipe by Bob Jones

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Servings

servings

Calories

240

kcal

Equipment: 1. Small bowl for mixing the water, sugar, and yeast
2. Large mixing bowl for combining the flour, salt, and melted butter
3. Measuring cups and spoons for accurate ingredient amounts
4. A spoon or whisk for mixing the yeast and water together
5. A clean work surface that’s lightly floured for kneading and rolling out the dough
6. Rolling pin for flattening the dough into a rectangle
7. Knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into small squares or strips
8. Greased baking pan where the dough pieces will be arranged
9. A clean towel to cover the dough while it rises
10. Oven to bake the dough until its golden brown
11. A brush for applying extra melted butter on the finished roll (optional if you have one)

Ingredients

2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
1 tbsp sugar
3 cups all-purpose or bread flour
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp melted butter (plus a bit extra for greasing)
4 oz cream cheese, softened
3 tbsp everything bagel seasoning (plus extra for sprinkling on top)

Directions

In a small bowl, mix 1 cup warm water, 1 tbsp sugar, and 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy
In a larger bowl, stir together 3 cups flour and 1 tsp salt then add 2 tbsp melted butter
Pour the yeast mixture into the flour mix and stir until a sticky dough forms
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes soft and elastic
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour until it doubles in size
After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle
Spread 4 oz softened cream cheese evenly over the rectangle and sprinkle 3 tbsp everything bagel seasoning across it
Cut the dough into small squares or strips, then stack or arrange them in a greased baking pan so that they overlap and create a pull-apart design
Cover the pan with a towel and let the pieces rise for another 30 minutes
Preheat the oven to 375°F and bake the dough for 20-25 minutes until golden brown, then brush a little extra melted butter on top and sprinkle some extra everything bagel seasoning before serving Enjoy!

Notes

Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.