Total duration: 40 minutes
Difficulty: Low
Servings: 4-6
It’s a delicious and easy-to-prepare starter that’s perfect for any occasion. The bread pockets are made with simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a savory or sweet filling, bread pockets are versatile and can be enjoyed by everyone. In this recipe, bread starters are made with just three ingredients: bread, cream cheese and smoked salmon. They are not only easy to prepare, but also very pretty on the plate. Best of all, this recipe can easily be customized to your liking!
How to make bread pockets
Prepare the bread slices.
Use a rolling pin to flatten the bread slices, then cut them diagonally into triangles.
Create the pockets.
Brush the bottom of the loaf with water, then fold the outer corners inward and press to seal.
Cook the pockets. Transfer the bread pockets to a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake at 180°C/360°F for 10 minutes.
Fill the pockets.
Fill the pockets with cream cheese and salmon.
Bread pocket variations
Don’t want cream cheese and smoked salmon? Instead, use one of these delicious toppings:
Ham and cheese – fill the bread pockets with a mixture of grated Swiss cheese and mature cheddar, and top with chopped ham.
Philly Cheese Steak – fill bread pockets with grilled slices of steak, sautéed onions and peppers, and shredded Swiss cheese.
Chicken Salad – make a chicken salad sandwich filling by combining shredded cooked chicken, celery, apple, fresh dill and mayonnaise. Decorate with fresh parsley.
Advice
This recipe will work best with fresh store-bought white bread. It’s soft enough to fold into pockets.
Since there are only three ingredients in this recipe, there’s no place to hide the bad quality! Use only the freshest ingredients you can find.
How to store bread pockets
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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