Ingredients

1 cup sugar
2 cups white flour
2 cups whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup dried apricot ( chopped )
1/2 cup dried prune ( chopped )
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg ( beaten )
2 cups sour cream
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 cup almonds ( chopped )
2 tablespoons lemon rind ( grated )
1 teaspoon vanilla
powdered sugar ( optional )
candied fruit ( optional )
Surmælksfrugtbrød is a traditional Danish bread made with sour cream and dried fruits. It’s a sweet and tangy bread that represents Danish hygge and comfort. Surmælksfrugtbrød is easy to make, and it doesn’t require any complicated techniques. The bread has a golden-brown crust and a soft and moist inside. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack. You can serve it as it is, or toast it and spread it with butter or jam. Surmælksfrugtbrød is a comforting and tasty bread that will remind you of the coziness of Danish homes.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a bowl, mix sugar, white flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, dried apricots, dried prunes, and salt.
3.In another bowl, beat an egg and add sour cream, melted butter, chopped almonds, grated lemon rind, and vanilla. Mix well.
4.Combine dry and wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
5.Pour the mixture into a greased mold.
6.Bake for 50 minutes or until ready by making a toothpick test.
7.Cool the bread on a wire rack.
8.Cut it into slices. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and decorate with candied fruits if desired.

PROS

Moist and comforting.
A perfect brunch addition that will please everyone’s taste buds.
Sour cream adds an irresistible creaminess that balances the sweetness of dried fruits.
You can customize the bread by adding nuts or other dried fruits.
It stays fresh for a couple of days if properly stored.

CONS

It’s not gluten-free or vegan, so it might not suit everyone’s dietary needs.
You need to buy special ingredients like dried apricots or prunes.
It’s calorie-dense.
Be careful not to overindulge.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Surmælksfrugtbrød has some health benefits. Sour cream can boost your immune system and prevent yeast infections. Whole wheat flour provides you with vitamin B and minerals like iron and zinc. Dried apricots and prunes are high in fiber and antioxidants, which can help you regulate digestion and lower the risk of chronic diseases.

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