Description
Christmas Star Bread is a delightful holiday treat that combines festive flavors and an eye-catching star shape. This soft, buttery bread envelops your kitchen with warm aromas, making it the perfect centerpiece for Christmas morning or any winter gathering. With customizable fillings and a straightforward recipe, this bread is sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F or 43°C)
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Filling of your choice (e.g., ½ cup Nutella or fruit preserves)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until foamy (about 5 minutes).
- Add melted butter, eggs, and half of the flour. Mix well then gradually stir in remaining flour until a soft dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Punch down dough and divide into four equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 12-inch circle and spread filling generously over each layer.
- Stack the circles, cut into quarters without cutting through the center, then twist adjacent sections gently.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Let the dough rest for 10 minutes before baking for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg