Icelandic Coffee Wreath (Fyltur Hveitibraudskrans)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 5
Delicious Icelandic Coffee Wreath recipe for a perfect morning
in Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water , 105 F. to 115 F
1 egg
1/4 cup butter
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup sour cream
2 1/2 - 3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 cup almond paste
1 egg
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup raisins
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1 slightly beaten egg
2 tablespoons milk
decorator sugar ( pearl sugar ) or crushed sugar cube

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
345
Sugar
19g
Fat
12g
This Icelandic Coffee Wreath (Fyltur Hveitibraudskrans) is a traditional pastry consumed by Icelandic people in their daily lives. They are often served for breakfast in local cafés or bakeries. This recipe blends a rich dough made of flour, butter, egg and sour cream. It is then rolled and filled with almond paste, raisins and orange peel. This wreath has a slightly sweet taste that pairs well with coffee or espresso to help kick start your morning.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, stir together the yeast and warm water until the yeast dissolves.
2.In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg and then add the butter, sugar, salt, and sour cream. Mix well.
3.Gradually add flour to the mixture and stir until the dough becomes firm.
4.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
5.In a separate bowl mix almond paste, egg, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon then add raisins and orange peel. Stir well.
6.Roll dough into a rectangle shape on a floured surface.
7.Spread the almond and raisin paste onto the dough and roll the dough to make a long wreath shape.
8.Put the dough onto a baking sheet and let it rise for 30 minutes
9.Brush the top of the wreath with the slightly beaten egg and milk. Sprinkle with decorator sugar or crushed sugar cube.
10.Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack and serve.

PROS

The combination of sweet almonds, raisins and orange peel in this wreath provides a unique and satisfying flavor.
Perfect for coffee lovers during their morning breaks.

CONS

This pastry is high in calories and sugar.
It should be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet, preferably shared with family, friends or colleagues.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This pastry is not particularly healthy, but the almonds in the paste contain healthy fats, fiber, protein and various important nutrients. They may also lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. The raisins and orange peel are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C.

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