Swedish Cardamom Braid

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14
Scrumptious Swedish Cardamom Braid Recipe
in Bread

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

2 hrs 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups flour
1 package active dry yeast
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1/2 cup hot water
3/4 cup butter , softened
1 egg , room temp
1 teaspoon cardamom
1/3 cup raisins
1 egg white , slightly beat with
2 tablespoons sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
400
Sugar
16g
Fat
19g
The Swedish Cardamom Braid is a beloved traditional bread that's served in Sweden. This bread is perfect for sharing with friends and family, particularly at breakfast or brunch. The bread has a delightful aroma and a sweet and spicy taste that's uniquely Swedish.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, add the flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and nonfat dry milk powder, mix well.
2.Next, add hot water and beat until well combined. Then, add softened butter, egg, and cardamom to the dough mixture and mix thoroughly.
3.Knead the dough until it feels smooth and elastic, stir in raisins and knead for another 1-2 minutes.
4.Cover the dough with a damp cloth and leave it in a warm place to rise for 1.5-2 hours.
5.Preheat the oven to 375°F. Separate the dough into three equal parts and roll them into ropes, then braid the ropes and place the braid onto a greased baking tray.
6.Let the braid rise again for 15-20 minutes, brush the beaten egg white mixed with sugar over the braid.
7.Bake the braid for 20-25 minutes, until it is golden brown. Once baked, remove the braid from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

PROS

The Swedish Cardamom Braid is a delicious traditional Swedish bread that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light snack.

The cardamom gives it a unique flavor, and the addition of raisins adds a hint of sweetness.

CONS

The braid is a relatively high-calorie bread that’s best enjoyed in moderation.

For those with food allergies, the braid contains wheat, dairy, and eggs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Swedish Cardamom Braid can be part of a well-balanced diet when consumed in moderation.
The bread provides some essential nutrients such as protein and carbs.
Cardamom, an important ingredient in this recipe, has been shown to exhibit various health benefits such as being an anti-inflammatory and aiding digestion.

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