Christmas Julekaga Bread: Festive & Moderate Sugar! 🎄🍞
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Indulge in a festive treat with our Christmas Bread Jule Kaga! A hint of cardamom sweetness makes it perfect for any special occasion. Try it toasted with peanut butter or butter and orange marmalade – pure bliss!
Ingredients for 4 people 📌:
– 🌾 flour: 2 cups
– 🍞 yeast: 1 packet
– 💧 warm water: 1/2 cup
– 🥛 milk: 1/2 cup
– 🧈 shortening: 1/4 cup
– 🍬 sugar: 1/4 cup
– 🧂 salt: 1 tsp
– 🥚 eggs: 2
– 🌿 cardamom: 1 tsp
– 🍇 raisins: 1/4 cup
– 🍒 candied cherry: 1/4 cup
– 🌰 walnuts: 1/4 cup
Steps 🔥:
🥐 – Plump raisins by placing them in a microwavable container with 1 cup of water for 3 minutes.
🥐 – Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup of warm water and set aside.
🥐 – Mix shortening, milk, sugar, salt, eggs, and cardamom together.
🥐 – Add the proofed yeast mixture and slowly incorporate flour, reserving about 1/2 cup.
🥐 – Mix for 5 minutes with a kitchen aid using the dough hook, or knead by hand for 3 minutes.
🥐 – Chop cherries, raisins, and nuts, mix with the remaining flour, then work into the bread dough.
🥐 – Place the dough in a large greased bowl and let it rise for one hour in a warm area.
🥐 – Punch down the dough and place it into greased bread pans to make 3 large loaves or 4 medium loaves.
🥐 – Let the dough rise for another hour.
🥐 – Preheat the oven to 325°F.
🥐 – Bake the bread for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
Total Time: 150
Enjoy!
Kitchen Must-Haves: 📦🥄🧄
1. 🥣 Stand Mixer (KitchenAid) – for mixing the dough efficiently and with consistent results. The KitchenAid Stand Mixer is a top choice for its power and durability.
2. 🔪 Cutting Board and Knife Set (OXO) – for chopping the cherries, raisins, and walnuts. OXO provides high-quality, sharp knives and a durable cutting board for easy food prep.
3. 🥄 Measuring Cups and Spoons (Cuisinart) – for accurately measuring ingredients like warm water, sugar, and salt. Cuisinart offers a reliable set of measuring cups and spoons for precise measurements.
4. 🍞 Bread Pan (USA Pan) – for shaping and baking the bread loaves. USA Pan’s non-stick bread pans ensure easy release and even baking of the bread.
5. 🌡️ Oven
Chef’s FAQs: 👩🍳❓🍷
1. What is the purpose of using yeast in the Christmas Julekaga bread recipe?
Yeast helps the dough to rise and gives the bread its light and airy texture.
2. How can I add a festive touch to the Julekaga bread?
You can incorporate raisins, candied cherries, and walnuts into the dough for added flavor and a festive appearance.
3. Can I adjust the sugar content in the Julekaga bread recipe?
Yes, you can adjust the amount of sugar to suit your taste preferences while still maintaining the overall festive flavor of the bread.
