Moravian Christmas Loaf

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 4
Moravian Christmas Loaf: A Festive Fruit Bread for the Holidays
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Prep

40 min

Cook

70 min

Ready In

2 hr 50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups milk , lukewarm
1/2 fresh yeast cake , softened in
1/4 cup water
6 -8 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1/2 lb raisins , cut
1/2 lb currants
1/4 lb candied citron peel , chopped
1/2 cup almonds , sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12-16
Calories
425
Sugar
34g
Fat
14g
Moravian Christmas Loaf is a traditional bread made during the holiday season in the Moravian region of the Czech Republic. It is a sweet bread that is rich in flavor and packed with dried fruits and nuts. This bread is usually served with butter or jam and makes for a delicious breakfast or snack during the holidays. Moravian Christmas Loaf is a great addition to any holiday spread or can be given as a thoughtful gift to friends and family.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the lukewarm milk and softened yeast.
2.Add in 2 cups of flour and the salt, mix well and let stand for 10 minutes.
3.In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together.
4.Combine the creamed mixture to the yeast mixture.
5.Gradually add the remaining flour to make a soft dough.
6.Mix in the raisins, currants, candied citron peel, and sliced almonds.
7.Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
8.Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a damp cloth, let rise in a warm place for about an hour or until it has doubled in size.
9.Punch the dough down and knead for a few more minutes.
10.Form the dough into a round loaf and place in a greased 9 inch springform pan.
11.Cover with a damp cloth and let rise for another hour.
12.Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 60-70 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

Moravian Christmas Loaf is a festive bread perfect for the holidays.

The combination of raisins, currants, citron peel, and almonds provides a rich and flavorful taste.

CONS

This bread is high in calories due to its sugar and butter content.

It is also not suitable for individuals with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although not particularly healthy, this bread contains some nutrients from the almonds, raisins, and currants.
Almonds are high in vitamin E, magnesium, and healthy fats.
Raisins and currants are good sources of fiber, vitamins, and minerals such as iron and potassium.

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