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Festive Christmas Bread: Easy, Delicious Recipe for the Holidays

Festive Christmas Bread

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Prepare for a cozy holiday season with this easy-to-make Festive Christmas Bread, perfect for family gatherings and celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Add the yeast mixture, butter, and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  6. Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased bread pan.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Let the dough rise again for 30 minutes.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool before slicing.

Notes

  • For a festive touch, add dried fruits or nuts to the dough.
  • Serve with butter and jam for breakfast or as a dessert.

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