Julekake – Christmas Bread

Julekake is a traditional Norwegian Christmas bread that is typically enjoyed during the holiday season. It is often flavored with cardamom and filled with raisins and candied citron, giving it a festive and aromatic taste.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 210 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Julekake – Christmas Bread

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Norwegian Courses: Bread, Breakfast, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 3 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 10 Calories: 2500

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 3 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ cup Sugar
• ¹⁄₄ cup Butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 1 package Yeast
• 2 large Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Raisins
• ¹⁄₄ cup Candied citron
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cardamom
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ cup Sliced almonds
• 1 large Egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon Water

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
2. In a small saucepan, heat milk and butter until butter is melted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
4. Add yeast mixture, eggs, and cardamom to the flour mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.
5. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
6. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
7. Punch down the dough and knead in the raisins and candied citron.
8. Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on a greased baking sheet.
9. Cover the loaf with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
10. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
11. In a small bowl, beat the egg yolk with water. Brush the top of the loaf with the egg wash and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
12. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
13. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 15g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.