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Christmas Bread

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A delightful holiday bread filled with festive flavors, dried fruits, and spices, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit (such as cranberries, raisins, or currants)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix warm milk and yeast. Let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
  5. Fold in the dried fruit and nuts, if using.
  6. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
  7. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased bread pan.
  9. Let it rise again for about 30-45 minutes.
  10. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  11. Allow to cool before slicing.

Notes

Make sure your milk is warm but not too hot; kneading helps develop gluten. Experiment with different dried fruits and spices.

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Keywords: Christmas bread, holiday bread, festive baking, sweet bread

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