Spanish Roscon De Reyes – Twelfth Night Bread

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Authentic Spanish Roscon De Reyes recipe for Twelfth Night celebration
in Pastry

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

2 hr 15 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

4 cups unbleached flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 ounce yeast
2/3 cup mixed lukewarm milk or 2/3 cup water
6 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons sugar
1 lemon , rind of , grated
1 orange , rind of , grated
2 eggs
1 tablespoon brandy
1 tablespoon water
1 egg white , Lightly Beaten
candied fruit , pieces Cherries , Oranges , etc

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
408
Sugar
20g
Fat
14g
Spanish Roscon De Reyes, also known as Twelfth Night Bread, is a traditional pastry prepared during the Christmas season in Spain. It is believed to be originated in the 16th century where it was served to celebrate the Epiphany. It is a large, ring-shaped cake made of soft, white dough and is typically decorated with candied fruits on top. A small figurine or a bean is baked into the cake, and whoever finds them in their slice is believed to have good luck for the year. This dessert is usually made for gatherings and enjoyed by family and friends.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt.
2.In a separate bowl, dissolve yeast in lukewarm milk or water. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
3.Melt butter and let it cool.
4.Once yeast is activated, add eggs, sugar, brandy, water, melted butter, lemon zest, and orange zest. Mix well.
5.Slowly add the flour mixture to the yeast mixture, kneading gently for 10-15 minutes.
6.Cover and let the dough rest in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours or until the dough has doubled in size.
7.Preheat oven to 350 F (180 C).
8.Flatten the dough and form a ring. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9.Let the dough rest for another 30 minutes.
10.Brush the top with beaten egg white and decorate with candied fruit pieces.
11.Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
12.Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool before serving.

PROS

Spanish Roscon De Reyes is a delicious and classic pastry often cooked during the holiday season.
The combination of citrus zest, brandy, and candied fruit makes the pastry sweet and succulent.
It is a perfect dessert to have while spending time with family and friends.

CONS

This recipe takes time and a bit of expertise to make it perfect and presentable.
It also contains a high amount of sugar and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this pastry is not typically a healthy dessert option, the citrus zest provides vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system. It also contains moderate amounts of protein and dietary fiber, making it filling and satisfying.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.