Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.75 cup

Sour Cream

at room temperature

0.33 cup

Buttermilk

1 unit

Egg

1 unit

Egg Yolk

1.5 tsp

Vanilla Extract

0.5 tsp

Almond Extract

3 tbsp

Unsalted Butter

cut into pieces and softened

3 cup

Bread Flour

0.25 cup

Sugar

1.5 tsp

Salt

2.5 tsp

Fast Rising Yeast

0.33 cup

Golden Raisin

0.33 cup

Candied Lemon Peel

diced

0.25 cup

Pecan Pieces

1 tbsp

All-Purpose Flour

unbleached

0.75 cup

Powdered Sugar

sifted

1 tsp

Lemon Zest

grated

1 tsp

Lemon Juice

fresh

1.5 tbsp

Warm Milk

1 tsp

Soft Butter

Step 1
~14 min

Place sour cream, buttermilk, egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, almond extract, softened butter, bread flour, sugar, and salt in the bread machine pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer.

Step 2
~14 min

Set the bread machine to the Sweet Bread cycle with a medium crust setting.

Step 3
~14 min

Start the bread machine.

Step 4
~14 min

Combine raisins, lemon peel, and pecans with all-purpose flour.

Step 5
~14 min

When the machine beeps (or between Knead 1 and Knead 2), add the fruit and nut mixture to the dough.

Step 6
~14 min

Let the bread machine continue the cycle.

Step 7
~14 min

Combine powdered sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and warm milk in a bowl.

Step 8
~14 min

Whisk the icing ingredients until smooth.

Step 9
~14 min

Add more milk if needed to achieve a thick but pourable consistency.

Step 10
~14 min

Once the baking cycle is complete, remove the bread from the pan.

Step 11
~14 min

Place the bread on a wire rack over parchment paper or a plate.

Step 12
~14 min

Drizzle the lemon icing over the top of the loaf in a back-and-forth motion.

Step 13
~14 min

Allow the glaze to cool and set.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results.

Use high-quality candied lemon peel for enhanced flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coffee or tea.

Enjoy as a breakfast or brunch item.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit salad
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hungary

Cultural Significance

Often enjoyed during spring celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Spring Festivals

Occasion Tags

Easter
Spring
Holiday

Popularity Score

75/100

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