Christmas Fruit Bread Recipe

Name: Christmas Fruit Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 yeast cakes or about 3 pkg. granulated yeast; 3/4 c. white sugar; 1 qt. lukewarm milk; 4 well beaten eggs; about 8 c. flour; 1/2 tsp. each: cinnamon, nutmeg and anise seed; 1/2 lb. butter; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 c. orange peel; 1/2 c. citron; 1 tsp. almond extract; 2 c. seeded raisins (white preferred); 1/2 c. chopped nuts

Servings: persons

2 yeast cakes or about 3 pkg. granulated yeast
3/4 c. white sugar
1 qt. lukewarm milk
4 well beaten eggs
about 8 c. flour
1/2 tsp. each: cinnamon, nutmeg and anise seed
1/2 lb. butter
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. orange peel
1/2 c. citron
1 tsp. almond extract
2 c. seeded raisins (white preferred)
1/2 c. chopped nuts

1
Scald milk and cool to lukewarm.
2
Add yeast cakes and 6 cups flour to make batter.
3
Let rise.
4
Add sugar, eggs, melted butter and salt.
5
Cover fruit and nuts with flour and mix well.
6
Fold into batter with other seasonings and flour.
7
Knead to a stiff dough. Let rise until double in bulk, then cut and put in pans.
8
Bake at 350u00b0.
9
Brush loaves with butter when done and removed from pans.
10
Cool and wrap.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 2 yeast cakes or about 3 pkg. granulated yeast, 3/4 c. white sugar, 1 qt. lukewarm milk, 4 well beaten eggs, and more.

Yes, Christmas Fruit 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Christmas Fruit Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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