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A beautifully plated Christmas bread with golden crust and festive toppings, displayed on a rustic wooden table with holiday decorations, warm lighting highlighting the bread's texture and garnishes

Cozy Christmas Bread for Festive Holiday Baking

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A warm, fluffy bread infused with seasonal spices, decorated with holiday motifs, perfect for gifting or sharing during festive gatherings.

  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 1 large loaf or 8 rolls

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add eggs, melted butter, spices, salt, and flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. Shape the dough into a festive loaf or roll into individual breads.
  6. Arrange on a baking sheet, cover, and let rise again for 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

  • You can add dried cranberries or chopped nuts for extra texture and flavor.
  • Decorate with icing or powdered sugar for a festive look.
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 210 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg