Scandinavian Fruit Bread ( Julekage)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Scrumptious Scandinavian Fruit Bread for the holiday season
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Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

2 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package dry yeast
1/4 cup warn water
3/4 cup lukewarm milk ( scaled , then cooled )
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 egg
1/4 cup shortening
1/4 cup raisins
1/3 cup cut-up citron or 1/3 cup mixed candied fruit
3 1/4 - 3 1/2 cups flour
butter , softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 -2 tablespoon water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
235
Sugar
22g
Fat
5g
Scandinavian Fruit Bread, also known as Julekage, is a sweet, fruity bread that is traditionally made during the holiday season in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. It's a popular treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, tea, or dessert. This bread is typically served sliced and buttered, making it perfect for sharing with family and friends. The bread is made with a sweet dough that is studded with raisins and candied fruit and spiced with cardamom to give it a unique flavor. It's easy to make and is sure to impress everyone at your next holiday gathering.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let sit for 5 minutes.
2.Add in the lukewarm milk, sugar, salt, cardamom, egg, shortening, raisins, citron or candied fruit, and stir to combine.
3.Gradually add in the flour, stirring until the dough comes together and is smooth.
4.Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.
5.Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about an hour until doubled in size.
6.Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a loaf pan.
7.Punch the dough down and shape it into a loaf. Place it in the greased pan and let it rise again for 20-30 minutes.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, until golden brown.
9.While the bread is baking, mix powdered sugar and water in a small bowl until smooth.
10.When the bread is done, remove it from the oven and brush with butter. Let it cool for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan. Drizzle the powdered sugar glaze over the top. Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This fruity bread is perfect for holiday gatherings and is sure to impress.

It’s easy to make and can be enjoyed for breakfast, tea, or dessert.

The ingredients in this recipe are readily available at most stores.

CONS

This bread is quite sweet due to the sugar, raisins, and candied fruit.
Some people might find it too sweet for their taste.

It does take some time to rise and bake so it’s best to plan ahead when making this bread.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Scandinavian Fruit Bread is not a health food, but it does contain some nutrients that support a healthy diet.
Cardamom has anti-inflammatory properties and may help improve digestion.
Raisins provide a source of dietary fiber and are low in fat.

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