Finnish Coffee Bread (Traditional)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 4
Traditional Finnish Coffee Bread recipe with Cardamom flavor
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Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Difficult

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Ingredients

1 package active dry yeast ( original recipe specifies one package but I use 2 )
1/2 cup lukewarm water
2 cups milk , scalded and cooled to lukewarm
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
8 -12 cardamom pods , seeded and crushed , depending on how strong a cardamom flavor you like ( I use 10-12 )
5 eggs , beaten , divided
8 -10 cups flour
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine , melted
1/4 cup sugar , for glazing braids ( or less )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
300
Sugar
20g
Fat
6g
Finnish Coffee Bread, also known as Pulla bread, is a traditional sweet bread that has a delicate crumb and a slightly sweet flavor. This bread is usually enjoyed during special occasions such as Christmas, Easter, and weddings. The bread originated in Finland and is typically served with coffee or tea. The bread is made with a special touch of cardamom spice which makes it different from the plain sweet bread. The preparation of the bread is a tradition that is passed down from generation to generation and has become an integral part of Finnish cuisine.

Instructions

1.Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water in a large mixing bowl.
2.Add the milk, 1 cup of sugar, salt, crushed cardamom, and 4 beaten eggs to the yeast mixture and mix well.
3.Gradually add flour to make a soft dough, kneading well.
4.Add melted butter to the dough and knead again.
5.Cover the dough and let it rise until doubled in size.
6.Punch down the dough and divide it in half to make two braids.
7.Place the braids on a greased baking sheet and let them rise again for 15 minutes.
8.Preheat oven to 375°F and bake for 20-30 minutes, until golden brown.
9.In the last 10 minutes of baking, brush the braids with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar.

PROS

Finnish Coffee Bread is a sweet bread with a soft texture and a subtle cardamom flavor.

It is a traditional Finnish treat that can be enjoyed with coffee or tea.

CONS

This bread has a high sugar content and can be a bit time-consuming to make.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The cardamom in this recipe has been linked to supporting digestive health and aiding in reducing inflammation as well as being high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.

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