Festive Julekage Recipe

Name: Festive Julekage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ((1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast; 1/4 cup warm water (105 to 115F.); 3 1/4 to 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup milk; 2/3 cup chopped mixed candied fruit; 1/2 cup golden raisins; 1/3 cup slivered almonds; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened; 1 Land O Lakes All-Natural Egg; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest; 1 cup powdered sugar; 1 to 2 tablespoons milk; Candied cherries, if desired

Servings: persons

1 ((1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (105 to 115F.)
3 1/4 to 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup milk
2/3 cup chopped mixed candied fruit
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/3 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened
1 Land O Lakes All-Natural Egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
1 cup powdered sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons milk
Candied cherries, if desired

1
Dissolve yeast in warm water in bowl.
2
Add 2 cups flour, milk, candied fruit, raisins, almonds, sugar, 1/4 cup butter, egg, salt, cardamom and lemon zest.
3
Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until smooth.
4
Stir in enough remaining flour to make dough easy to handle.
5
Turn dough onto lightly floured surface; knead 5 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
6
Place into greased bowl; turn greased-side up.
7
Cover; let rise in warm place 1 1/2 hours or until double in size.
8
(Dough is ready if indentation remains when touched.)
9
Punch down dough; shape into round loaf.
10
Place into greased 9-inch round cake pan.
11
Brush top of dough with melted butter.
12
Cover; let rise 1 hour or until double in size.
13
Heat oven to 350F.
14
Bake 35-45 minutes or until golden brown.
15
Remove from pan immediately.
16
Cool completely.
17
Stir together powdered sugar and enough milk for desired glazing consistency in bowl.
18
Spread over bread.
19
Garnish with candied cherries, if desired..

710

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ((1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast, 1/4 cup warm water (105 to 115F.), 3 1/4 to 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup milk, and more.

Yes, Festive Julekage falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Festive Julekage

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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