Description
Christmas Bread is a festive delight that fills your kitchen with the warm aroma of spices and sweet fruits. This rich, tender loaf is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Each slice offers a comforting blend of flavors, making it a cherished addition to any celebration. With simple ingredients and foolproof techniques, even novice bakers can create this show-stopping bread that’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup dried fruit (raisins or cranberries)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and yeast.
- In another bowl, combine warm milk and melted butter; mix in eggs.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir until combined into a shaggy dough.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes, incorporating dried fruit and nuts.
- Place dough in a greased bowl; cover with a cloth and let rise for about an hour until doubled.
- Shape dough into a loaf and place in a greased pan; bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg