Quick and Easy Artisan Swedish Christmas Limpa

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Quick and Easy Artisan Swedish Christmas Limpa recipe
in Bread

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups hot tap water
1 cup cold orange juice
1 1/2 tablespoons granulated yeast
1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
1/2 cup honey ( recommend NuNaturals MoreFiber Stevia Baking Blend ) or 1/4 cup stevia ( recommend NuNaturals MoreFiber Stevia Baking Blend )
1/2 teaspoon ground aniseed
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 1/2 teaspoons orange zest
1 cup rye flour
5 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
cornstarch , wash ( blend 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch with a small amount of water using a fork , add 1/2 cup water and micro )
1/4 teaspoon ground aniseed
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
208
Sugar
10g
Fat
0.5g
Quick and Easy Artisan Swedish Christmas Limpa is a traditional Swedish bread that is typically enjoyed during the Christmas season. Its unique mix of spices and subtle sweetness make it a perfect complement to any holiday meal. This bread is super easy and quick to make and can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven with some butter or jam. It is a great recipe to add to your holiday baking repertoire.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, add hot tap water, cold orange juice, granulated yeast and kosher salt. Mix well to combine.
2.Add honey, ground aniseed, ground cardamom and orange zest. Mix well.
3.Add rye flour and unbleached all-purpose flour one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4.Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5.Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth and let it rise for 1-2 hours.
6.Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a baking sheet with cooking spray.
7.Transfer dough to the greased baking sheet, brush with cornstarch wash and evenly sprinkle with the remaining aniseed, cardamom and brown sugar.
8.Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

PROS

Quick and easy to make, this bread is perfect for the holiday season.
It has a subtle sweetness and a unique spice flavor that is sure to impress your family and friends.

CONS

This bread is high in carbohydrates and may not be suitable for individuals on low-carb diets.
It also contains honey or stevia which may not be suitable for people with diabetes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rye flour is high in fiber, vitamins and minerals and has been linked to controlling blood sugar levels, improving digestive health and reducing the risk of heart disease. Aniseed and cardamom have digestive and anti-inflammatory properties that may also help to support overall health and well-being.

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