German Christmas Buns Recipe

Name: German Christmas Buns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tbsp dark rum; 7 oz raisins or sultanas; 1 lb all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup reduced-fat milk; 1/2 oz active dry yeast; 1/3 cup sugar + 1 tbsp; 3 sticks butter; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 None lemon, grated zest; 1 cup ground almonds; 1 1/3 cup chopped almonds; 1 cup powdered sugar

Servings: persons

4 tbsp dark rum
7 oz raisins or sultanas
1 lb all-purpose flour
3/4 cup reduced-fat milk
1/2 oz active dry yeast
1/3 cup sugar + 1 tbsp
3 sticks butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 None lemon, grated zest
1 cup ground almonds
1 1/3 cup chopped almonds
1 cup powdered sugar

1
Mix the rum and raisins/sultanas and allow to soak. Place the flour in a mixing bowl and make a well in the centre. In a saucepan, heat half of the milk until lukewarm, add the yeast and allow to dissolve. Pour into the well along with 2 tbsp sugar and brush over a little flour. Cover and allow to rest in a warm place for 30 mins.
2
In a saucepan, melt 1 3/4 stick butter and stir in the remaining milk. Add to the flour mixture along with the vanilla extract, lemon zest, ground almonds, remaining sugar and a pinch of salt. Knead with the dough hook of a mixer. Add the raisins and 2/3 cup chopped almonds and knead with your hands. Cover and allow to rest in a warm place for 1 hour.
3
Preheat the oven to 400u00b0F. Line 3 baking sheets with parchment paper. Divide the dough into about 65 pieces and shape into ovals. Place on the baking sheets and flatten with a spoon. Melt the remaining butter and spread half of it over the biscuits. Sprinkle over the remaining chopped almonds and press lightly. Bake one sheet at a time for 12 mins each, until golden brown.
4
Spread the the remaining melted butter over the hot biscuits. Dust with the icing sugar and allow to cool.

1723

kcal

Calories

113

Fat

157

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tbsp dark rum, 7 oz raisins or sultanas, 1 lb all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup reduced-fat milk, and more.

Yes, German Christmas Buns 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.

German Christmas Buns

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