Christmas Bread Towers
Elevate your holiday table with these delightful Christmas Bread Towers—festive, individual-sized loaves that combine the warmth of spices with the sweetness of dried fruits. Crafted from a rich, buttery dough infused with cinnamon, nutmeg, and studded with juicy cranberries, raisins, and crunchy almonds, these towers are a true showstopper. Each portion is shaped into a charming layered "tower" and baked to golden perfection, then dusted with powdered sugar for a snowy holiday touch. Perfect as a Christmas breakfast treat or a stunning edible centerpiece, these bread towers are as beautiful as they are delicious. With a comforting balance of flavors and textures, they’re sure to captivate your family and guests alike. Indulge in the magic of the season with this captivating holiday recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 7 grams dry yeast
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 250 ml warm milk
- 100 grams unsalted butter
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 100 grams dried cranberries
- 100 grams raisins
- 50 grams chopped almonds
- 50 grams powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Instructions
In a small bowl, dissolve the dry yeast and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar in 50 ml of warm milk. Let it rest for 10 minutes until frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Add the frothy yeast mixture, remaining warm milk, softened butter, and egg yolks. Mix until a rough dough forms.
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Incorporate the dried cranberries, raisins, and chopped almonds into the dough. Knead gently to distribute the fruits and nuts evenly.
Grease a large bowl with vegetable oil, place the dough inside, and cover with a clean cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 6 equal portions. Shape each piece into a flat round disk for the base of the towers.
Cut the remaining dough into smaller circles or decorative shapes to stack on top of the base disks, creating a tower effect. Customize the layers as desired.
Place the bread disks and layers onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each. Let them rest for 15 minutes.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Allow the bread to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the Christmas Bread Towers generously with powdered sugar to create a snow-dusted effect.
Serve and enjoy these festive treats as a stunning holiday centerpiece.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.1 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.2 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 796 mg | 265% | |
| Sodium | 2590 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 723.2 g | 263% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.6 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 302.4 g | ||
| Protein | 85.1 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 683 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 29.1 mg | 162% | |
| Potassium | 2306 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
