Julekake #1 (Baked on a Sheet)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15
Norwegian Christmas Bread recipe ideal for breakfast during the holiday season
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Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 kg flour
200 g sugar
3/4 teaspoon cardamom
150 g margarine
2/3 liter whole milk
50 g cake yeast
150 g raisins
80 g candied peel ( finely sliced )
1 egg yolk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
385
Sugar
24g
Fat
9g
Julekake, typically enjoyed during the Christmas season in Norway, is a sweet bread popular for its delicious taste and festive aroma. Julekake is a source of warmth and comfort during the holiday season, and it fills homes with delicious smells of cinnamon and cardamom. This recipe is baked on a sheet, which gives it a slightly different texture than the more traditional ring-shaped Julekake.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and cardamom. Make a well in the center.
2.In a saucepan over low heat, melt the margarine. Add milk and heat until lukewarm. Crumble the fresh yeast and mix it in until it dissolves.
3.Pour the milk mixture into the well in the dry ingredients and combine until the dough comes together.
4.Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a tea towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
5.Knead the dough again to remove any gas bubbles, add raisins and candied peel, and knead once more.
6.Divide the dough in half and shape them into round loaves.
7.Place the loaves on a greased baking sheet, brush the top with beaten egg yolk, and let them rise for another 20 minutes.
8.Preheat your oven to 200C (390F).
9.Bake in the middle of the oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

PROS

Julekake is a fragrant holiday bread that is moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.

This recipe is easy to make and perfect for beginner bakers.
It also can be frozen and reheated later for a quick breakfast.

CONS

This recipe uses a lot of sugar and margarine, which can be high in calories and fat if consumed in large quantities.

Julekake is also not a gluten-free, vegan, or keto-friendly recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Julekake is not a superfood, it contains several healthy ingredients such as raisins and candied peel which are high in fiber and vitamins.
Cardamom, the main spice in this recipe, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that support digestion and lower blood pressure.

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