Christmas Bread (Jule Kaga)
Jule Kaga is a traditional Norwegian Christmas bread often served with butter and jam.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Christmas Bread (Jule Kaga)
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
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Add melted butter, eggs, and yeast mixture to the dry ingredients.
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Knead the dough until smooth and elastic.
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Fold in raisins, candied citron, almonds, and vanilla extract.
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Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on a baking sheet.
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Bake for 40 minutes or until golden brown.
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Let the bread cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 300kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
