Christopsomo (Greek Christmas Bread)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Traditional Christopsomo Recipe for Your Christmas Celebration
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Prep

30 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

180 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

8 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tablespoons dry yeast
1 cup warm water
1 cup warm red wine
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup brandy
2 oranges , zest of , grated
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups raisins
1 1/2 cups walnuts , coarsely chopped
1/3 cup pine nuts
1 tablespoon anise seed , crushed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
milk
2 walnuts , whole and unshelled
sesame seeds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
20
Calories
401
Sugar
35g
Fat
15g
Christopsomo is a traditional Greek Christmas bread that dates back to ancient times. In Greek, Christopsomo means Christ's bread, and it is usually baked on Christmas Eve to be shared with family and friends during the Christmas celebration. The bread is filled with lots of nuts and dried fruits, making it dense and flavorful. It is also often decorated with symbols of the Christian faith, such as a cross or the initials of Jesus Christ. This recipe stays true to tradition and will make a large loaf that can feed a crowd.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt.
2.In a separate bowl, mix together the yeast, warm water, and warm red wine. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
3.Add the olive oil, orange juice, brandy, orange zest, and sugar to the yeast mixture.
4.Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
5.Knead the dough for 10-15 minutes until smooth.
6.Mix in the raisins, walnuts, pine nuts, crushed anise seed, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Knead for another minute until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
7.Cover the dough with a damp towel and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
8.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Shape the dough into a round loaf and place on a greased baking sheet.
9.Brush with milk and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Place two whole unshelled walnuts on top.
10.Bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown. Let cool before slicing and serving.

PROS

Christopsomo is a delicious sweet bread filled with nuts and dried fruits, perfect for your Christmas celebration.

This recipe makes a large loaf that can feed your entire family and more.

Christopsomo is a traditional Greek Christmas bread with centuries of history and cultural significance.

CONS

This bread is not gluten-free and may not be suitable for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

Christopsomo contains a lot of sugar and calories and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Christopsomo contains several healthy ingredients such as walnuts and raisins, both of which are rich in fiber and antioxidants.
The anise seed in this recipe has been linked to improving digestion and reducing bloating.
However, this bread should not be considered a health food and should be enjoyed as an occasional treat.

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