Festive Fruited Bread Wreath Recipe

Name: Festive Fruited Bread Wreath
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting; 2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice; 2 tsp instant dried yeast; 3/4 cup sugar; 1/3 cup butter, melted and cooled for 10 mins; 6 tbsp milk, heated to about 110u00b0F; 4 None medium eggs, beaten; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 medium egg yolk; 2-3 None dried figs, cut into thin slices; 2-3 None dried apricots, cut into thin strips; 3.5 oz mixed candied fruit, cut into small pieces; 6 None glace cherries; None None Powdered sugar, to dust

Servings: persons

4 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
2 tsp instant dried yeast
3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted and cooled for 10 mins
6 tbsp milk, heated to about 110u00b0F
4 None medium eggs, beaten
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 medium egg yolk
2-3 None dried figs, cut into thin slices
2-3 None dried apricots, cut into thin strips
3.5 oz mixed candied fruit, cut into small pieces
6 None glace cherries
None None Powdered sugar, to dust

1
Sift the flour, spices and a large pinch of salt into a large bowl. Stir in the dried yeast and sugar and make a well in the center. Mix the melted butter with 5 tbsp of the milk. Add the eggs and vanilla extract and pour into the well. Mix to a soft, sticky dough, then turn out onto a floured surface and knead for 10 mins until smooth and elastic, adding a little more flour if the dough is too sticky.
2
Shape the dough into a ball and place in a clean lightly greased bowl. Cover with greased plastic wrap and leave in a warm place for 1 1/2 hrs or until the dough has doubled in size. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and re-knead for 2-3 mins. Shape into a 30 inch rope, then form into a wreath shape, pinching the edges of the dough together to seal.
3
Transfer the wreath to a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper and cover with greased plastic wrap. Leave in a warm place to rise for 35-40 mins.
4
Preheat the oven to 400u00b0F. Beat the egg yolk with the remaining milk and brush all over the dough. Decorate with the figs, apricots, candied fruit and glace cherries.
5
Bake for 10 mins, then reduce the oven temperature to 350u00b0F. Cover the wreath loosely with foil and bake for another 15-20 mins, until the top is golden and the underside of the wreath sounds hollow when firmly tapped. Transfer to a wire rack and leave to cool. Dust with powdered sugar just before serving.

913

kcal

Calories

Fat

133

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting, 2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice, 2 tsp instant dried yeast, and more.

Yes, Festive Fruited Bread Wreath falls under the Baking & Desserts 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!

Festive Fruited Bread Wreath

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Variations & substitutions

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