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Cardamom Holiday Bread

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This Cardamom Holiday Bread is a festive, aromatic treat that fills your kitchen with warm, spicy scents while it bakes. The dough is enriched with butter, eggs, and evaporated milk, creating a tender crumb that is soft yet substantial. Ground cardamom provides a distinctive, floral-spice kick that pairs beautifully with the sweetness of the sugar. Shaped into elegant braids, this bread is visually stunning and makes a centerpiece for holiday breakfasts or afternoon tea. It&# 226;ÂÂs best served fresh, perhaps with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of simple glaze, accompanied by fresh cherries and almonds for added texture and color.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 36
Calories: 159.4
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This Cardamom Holiday Bread is a festive, aromatic treat that fills your kitchen with warm, spicy scents while it bakes. The dough is enriched with butter, eggs, and evaporated milk, creating a tender crumb that is soft yet substantial. Ground cardamom provides a distinctive, floral-spice kick that pairs beautifully with the sweetness of the sugar. Shaped into elegant braids, this bread is visually stunning and makes a centerpiece for holiday breakfasts or afternoon tea. It&# 226;€™s best served fresh, perhaps with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of simple glaze, accompanied by fresh cherries and almonds for added texture and color.
Ingredients
  • 2 package Active dry yeast -- 1/4 oz
  • 1/2 cups Butter or margarine --
Directions
  1. 1
    Dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm water in a large mixing bowl; let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. 2
    Stir in the evaporated milk, sugar, salt, softened butter, beaten eggs, and ground cardamom.
  3. 3
    Beat in 2 cups of the all-purpose flour until the mixture is smooth.
  4. 4
    Gradually add the remaining flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  5. 5
    Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. 6
    Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning once to coat the top with grease.
  7. 7
    Cover and let rise in a warm place for about 1 1/2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  8. 8
    Punch the dough down to release air and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  9. 9
    Divide the dough into nine equal portions and roll each into a 12-inch strip.
  10. 10
    Place three strips side by side on a greased baking sheet and braid them together, pinching the ends to seal.
  11. 11
    Repeat the braiding process with the remaining strips to create three loaves total.
  12. 12
    Cover the braids and let them rise again for about 45 minutes, or until nearly doubled.
  13. 13
    Preheat the oven to 375ðF (190ðC).
  14. 14
    Bake the bread for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  15. 15
    Remove from the oven and cool on wire racks.
  16. 16
    Glaze the cooled bread and decorate with cherries and almonds before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 36

Amount Per Serving
Calories 159.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.5g3%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 264.8mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 32.2g11%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g12%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 5.0g10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cardamom, braided, holiday, bread, yeast, scandinavian, festive, sweet, enriched, cherry, almond, christmas, winter, homemade, spiced, breakfast, dessert, traditional, aromatic, holiday baking
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