Vanocka – Vánoèka – Czech Christmas Bread

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 5
Traditional Czech Christmas Bread recipe
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Prep

25 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 compressed yeast cakes or package active dry yeast
1/4 cup water , warm
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup margarine
2 teaspoons salt
2 eggs
5 1/2 - 6 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup milk , warm
1 teaspoon lemon peel , finely shredded
1/4 teaspoon ground mace
1 cup light raisins
1/2 cup nuts , chopped
1 egg yolk , beaten

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
246
Sugar
16g
Fat
5g
Vanocka – Vánočka - Czech Christmas Bread is a traditional sweet bread that's enjoyed during the Christmas holidays in the Czech Republic. This bread is typically decorated with a wreath shape and is braided with four strands of dough that represent family unity, happiness, love, and wealth. The addition of raisins, nuts, and lemon peel enhances the flavor of this bread, making it a perfect snack, dessert or breakfast dish during the holiday season. With the combination of a soft texture and a hint of sweetness, this bread will surely remind you of Christmas every time you take a bite.

Instructions

1.Dissolve yeast in warm water.
2.Add sugar, margarine, salt, eggs, and 2 cups of flour. Mix until smooth.
3.Gradually add in the remaining flour, milk, lemon peel, and ground mace, mixing well until the dough forms.
4.Fold in raisins and nuts.
5.Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic, then place it in a greased bowl, cover and let rise in warm place until doubled.
6.Punch down dough and divide into 4 equal pieces.
7.Roll each piece into a long strand.
8.Braid the strands together, then form into a wreath and place on a greased baking sheet.
9.Brush with beaten egg yolk.
10.Cover and let rise until doubled.
11.Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

Vanocka – Vánočka – Czech Christmas Bread is a soft and sweet bread.

It’s a traditional food during the Christmas season in the Czech Republic.

CONS

Vanocka – Vánočka – Czech Christmas Bread is high calorie and high in carbohydrates.
Therefore, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Vanocka – Vánočka – Czech Christmas Bread has a few health benefits. The lemon zest helps digestion and provides antioxidants.
Adding nuts gives the bread a little bit of protein, healthy fats, and fiber. The raisins have some nutritional value too, including iron.

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