Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
8 cup

flour

2.13 unit

bakers yeast

6 unit

eggs

1 cup

sugar

0.88 cup

butter

2.75 cup

milk

warm

1 cup

port wine

1 cup

dried fruit

1 cup

nuts

0.5 cup

flour

for kneading

1 jar

squash jam

1 unit

egg yolks

for brushing

0.25 cup

jelly

for glazing

Step 1
~6 min

Dissolve yeast in warm milk.

Step 2
~6 min

Combine flour, yeast mixture, eggs, sugar, butter, milk, port wine, dried fruit, nuts, and squash jam in a bread machine.

Step 3
~6 min

Select the yeast dough setting and start the machine.

Step 4
~6 min

After the cycle, stir the dough and let it rise again.

Step 5
~6 min

Knead the runny dough, gradually adding flour until it becomes smooth.

Step 6
~6 min

Divide the dough into 3 parts and place one at a time on a floured work surface.

Step 7
~6 min

Sprinkle nuts with flour and incorporate them into the dough.

Step 8
~6 min

Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread with squash jam.

Step 9
~6 min

Fold one of the narrow ends over, then fold the opposite end on top.

Step 10
~6 min

Place the dough on a silicone mat or baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~6 min

Decorate as desired and brush with egg yolk whisked with water.

Step 12
~6 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 30 minutes.

Step 13
~6 min

Remove from oven and brush with jelly or doughnut glaze.

Step 14
~6 min

Garnish with powdered sugar.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use browned butter.

Add a pinch of salt to enhance sweetness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.

Pairs well with coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Traditional festive cake

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

65/100