Delicious Christmas Bread Recipe
Nothing feels more special than baking a Delicious Christmas Bread Recipe during the holidays. The smell of warm bread, sweet spices, and butter fills the home.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup raisins or dried fruits
- ¼ cup chopped nuts optional
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Activate the yeast
- In a small bowl, mix yeast with warm milk and one teaspoon of sugar. Let it rest for 10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
Mix the butter and sugar
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one by one and mix well.
Combine dry ingredients
- In another bowl, mix flour, salt, and cinnamon. Slowly add the dry mix to the butter mix.
Add yeast and fruits
- Pour the yeast mix into the dough. Add raisins, nuts, and vanilla. Stir everything well until it forms a soft dough.
Knead the dough
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes. It should be smooth and soft.
Let it rise
- Place the dough in a greased bowl. Cover with a towel and let it rise for 1 hour. It should double in size.
Shape and bake
- Once risen, place the dough into a greased loaf pan. Let it rest for 15 minutes. Then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes, until golden brown.
Cool and serve
- Let it cool on a rack before slicing. Enjoy your warm and sweet Delicious Christmas Bread with butter or jam.
Notes
- Make sure your milk is warm, not hot.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place.
- Add dried fruits like cranberries or cherries for more flavor.
- Brush the top with melted butter after baking for a shiny look.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep them soft.