Bischofsbrot (Bishop's bread) Recipe

Name: Bischofsbrot (Bishop's bread)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds unsalted butter; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 6 eggs, separated; Grated rind of one lemon; Grated rind of one orange; 3/4 cup raisins tossed in flour and shaken; 3/4 cup slivered almonds; 1/2 cup chocolate bits; 1 1/2 cups flour; 1 tablespoon butter (for buttering the pan); 1/2 tablespoon flour (for flouring the pan); About 3 tablespoons powdered sugar for decorating; About 10 whole almonds, toasted, for decorating

Servings: persons

1 1/4 pounds unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
6 eggs, separated
Grated rind of one lemon
Grated rind of one orange
3/4 cup raisins tossed in flour and shaken
3/4 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup chocolate bits
1 1/2 cups flour
1 tablespoon butter (for buttering the pan)
1/2 tablespoon flour (for flouring the pan)
About 3 tablespoons powdered sugar for decorating
About 10 whole almonds, toasted, for decorating

1
Cream the butter and one-half cup of the sugar.
2
Slowly add five of the egg yolks and blend thoroughly.
3
(The remaining egg yolk may be saved for another use, or discarded.)
4
Add the lemon and orange rind.
5
Beat all six egg whites with the remaining sugar until stiff.
6
Add to the mixture.
7
Add the raisins, almonds, chocolate bits and flour.
8
Lightly butter a 10-inch-by-3-inch-by-5-inch loaf pan and sprinkle with flour.
9
Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.
10
The bread is done when no imprint is left when finger-tested in the center.
11
Cool the bread on a rack and decorate with powdered sugar and almonds.

2002

kcal

Calories

156

Fat

125

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 pounds unsalted butter, 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, 6 eggs, separated, Grated rind of one lemon, and more.

Yes, Bischofsbrot (Bishop's bread) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Bischofsbrot (Bishop's bread)

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