Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.25 cup

warm water

1 pkg

dry yeast

0.75 cup

lukewarm milk

scalded

0.5 cup

sugar

3 tsp

salt

1 tsp

cardamom seed

1 unit

egg

2 tbsp

butter

0.5 cup

raisins

0.5 cup

citron

cut

3.5 cup

flour

sifted

Step 1
~5 min

Dissolve yeast in warm water in a mixing bowl.

Step 2
~5 min

Add lukewarm milk, sugar, salt, cardamom seed, egg, and butter to the yeast mixture.

Step 3
~5 min

Stir in raisins and cut citron.

Step 4
~5 min

Mix the ingredients until smooth.

Step 5
~5 min

Gradually add half of the sifted flour and mix well.

Step 6
~5 min

Add the remaining flour until the dough is easy to handle.

Step 7
~5 min

Turn the dough out onto a floured board.

Step 8
~5 min

Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic.

Step 9
~5 min

Place the dough in a greased bowl and let it rise until it has doubled in size.

Step 10
~5 min

Punch down the dough to release the air.

Step 11
~5 min

Let the dough rise again.

Step 12
~5 min

Shape the dough into a round loaf.

Step 13
~5 min

Place the loaf in a greased 9-inch cake pan.

Step 14
~5 min

Cover the pan.

Step 15
~5 min

Let the dough rise until it has doubled in size again.

Step 16
~5 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Brush with melted butter after baking for a richer flavor.

Add a glaze of powdered sugar and milk for extra sweetness.

For a more intense cardamom flavor, grind the seeds fresh.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (cardamom and baking)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with butter.

Enjoy with coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Jams
Cheese
Fruit spreads

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Norway

Cultural Significance

Traditional Christmas bread served during the holiday season.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Yule

Occasion Tags

Christmas
Holiday
Yule
Breakfast
Brunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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