Description
A rich, yeast-risen dessert combining flavor, texture, and a touch of old-world charm, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour for a chewier texture)
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- ½ cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar for a richer flavor)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm milk (or dairy-free milk)
- 2 large eggs (or flaxseed meal with water for a vegan option)
- ½ cup butter (or vegan butter)
- 1 teaspoon spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom)
- Optional: 1 cup fruit or nuts (raisins, chopped apples, walnuts)
Instructions
- Prepare the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and spices.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the yeast mixture, eggs, and melted butter. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured counter and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, approximately 1-2 hours.
- Shape Your Dessert: Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a braid, roll it into a log, or fill it with fruits or nuts.
- Second Rise: Place shaped dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the Dessert: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool on a wire rack before slicing. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
To reduce calories and fat, substitute butter with applesauce or use whole wheat flour for added fiber. Allow the yeast to proof properly for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: yeast dessert, baking, European dessert, sweet bread, holiday treat