Description
Enjoy this award-winning, effortless Christmas Bread recipe that’s ready in just 30 minutes! This classic holiday treat is golden-brown, tender, and packed with festive flavors.
Ingredients
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
– 1 cup warm milk
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
1. – In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
2. – In a separate bowl, combine the warm milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla.
3. – Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
4. – Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. – Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 15 minutes.
6. – Punch down the dough and shape it into a round loaf. Place in a greased 9-inch bread pan.
7. – Cover and let rise for an additional 15 minutes.
8. – Preheat the oven to 350°F.
9. – Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.
10. – Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a festive touch, you can add 1/2 cup of dried cranberries or chopped walnuts to the dough. The bread also pairs beautifully with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American