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The Ultimate Christmas Bread

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This Christmas Bread recipe is a heartwarming holiday tradition filled with the flavors of cinnamon, dried fruits, and nuts, perfect for family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 Cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 Packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) Instant Yeast
  • 1/4 Cup Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Cup Milk, Warmed
  • 1/4 Cup Unsalted Butter, Melted
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 Cup Dried Fruits (e.g., Raisins, Cranberries)
  • 1/2 Cup Chopped Nuts (e.g., Walnuts, Pecans)

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, sugar, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon until well combined.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the warmed milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  3. Mix Together: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a soft dough begins to form.
  4. Fold in the Fruits and Nuts: Gently fold in the dried fruits and nuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  5. Knead the Dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  7. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Shape the Bread: Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased loaf pan.
  9. Second Rise: Cover and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
  10. Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
  11. Cool: Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Notes

For best results, use room-temperature eggs and avoid over-kneading.

Nutrition

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