# Ingredient List:
→ Bread Dough
01 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant dry yeast
03 - 1 tsp granulated sugar
04 - 1 tsp salt
05 - 1 cup warm water
06 - 2 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1 large egg (for egg wash)
→ Spinach Dip
08 - 7 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
09 - 7 oz cream cheese, softened
10 - 3.5 oz sour cream
11 - 2 oz grated Parmesan cheese
12 - 3.5 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
13 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
14 - 1/2 tsp salt
15 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
16 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
17 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
→ Decoration (optional)
18 - Cherry tomatoes or olives (for eyes and nose)
# Steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm water and olive oil; stir until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 45 to 60 minutes or until doubled in volume.
02 - In a separate bowl, mix together cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan, mozzarella, minced garlic, salt, pepper, onion powder, and nutmeg. Fold in the chopped spinach until thoroughly combined and set aside.
03 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Punch down the risen dough and divide into two portions. Roll the larger portion into a thick rope and form a ring approximately 9 inches in diameter; place it on the prepared baking sheet. Shape the smaller portion into branched antler shapes and attach them securely to the ring. Make a shallow slit along the top of the ring, then gently fill the cavity with the spinach dip.
04 - Brush the dough with beaten egg for a shiny, golden crust. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the bread is golden brown and fully cooked, and the filling is hot and bubbling.
05 - Optionally, add cherry tomatoes or olives to create eyes and a nose for a festive reindeer appearance.
06 - Serve warm, allowing guests to pull apart the bread and enjoy the creamy spinach dip together.
