Christmas Spiral Bread

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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A festive, sweet braided loaf studded with candied fruit and almonds
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This Christmas Spiral Bread is a show-stopping centerpiece for the holiday table, combining soft, fluffy dough with the bright pop of candied cherries and the crunch of toasted almonds. The spiral shape creates beautiful layers of flavor in every slice, while a simple milk icing adds a touch of sweetness without overwhelming the palate. It’s perfect for Christmas morning breakfast, holiday brunches, or as a gift for neighbors and friends. Though it looks intricate, this recipe is surprisingly straightforward to assemble, making it an accessible yet impressive treat for home bakers.

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Christmas Spiral Bread

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 97.6

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This Christmas Spiral Bread is a show-stopping centerpiece for the holiday table, combining soft, fluffy dough with the bright pop of candied cherries and the crunch of toasted almonds. The spiral shape creates beautiful layers of flavor in every slice, while a simple milk icing adds a touch of sweetness without overwhelming the palate. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for Christmas morning breakfast, holiday brunches, or as a gift for neighbors and friends. Though it looks intricate, this recipe is surprisingly straightforward to assemble, making it an accessible yet impressive treat for home bakers.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Grease a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan and set aside.
  2. Thaw the frozen sweet dough completely according to package instructions.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a 14x9-inch rectangle.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together chopped candied cherries, chopped candied green cherries, toasted slivered almonds, and the slightly beaten egg white.
  5. Spread the fruit and nut mixture evenly over the entire surface of the dough rectangle.
  6. Starting at the short ends, roll the dough inward from both long sides toward the center, creating a double roll.
  7. Place the double roll seam-side down in the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Cover the pan with a damp towel and let the dough rise until it just reaches the top of the pan, about 30-45 minutes.
  9. Whisk together the egg yolk and water to create an egg wash.
  10. Brush the egg wash gently over the top of the risen loaf.
  11. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
  12. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  13. To make the icing, mix 1/2 cup sifted powdered sugar with 1 teaspoon milk.
  14. Add more milk, a few drops at a time, until the icing reaches a smooth, drizzle-able consistency.
  15. Drizzle or spread the icing over the cooled bread before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 97.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 46.5mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 22.7g8%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g14%
Sugars 4.8g
Protein 1.8g4%

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

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