Description
A festive bread perfect for Christmas celebrations.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Add sugar, butter, eggs, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well.
- Gradually add flour and knead until smooth.
- Incorporate cranberries and walnuts into the dough.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf.
- Place in a greased loaf pan and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before slicing.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
- This bread can be frozen for later use.
- Feel free to add other dried fruits or nuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Festive Christmas Bread