Gift Christmas Kuchen Recipe

Name: Gift Christmas Kuchen
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package yeast, active dry; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup water warm; 3/4 cup butter at room temperature; 1 each lemon zest grated; 1 each orange zest grated; 1/2 teaspoon mace dried; 1 1/2 tablespoons coriander ground; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs at room temperature; 2 1/2 cups bread flour; 3/4 cup milk warm

Servings: persons

1 package yeast, active dry
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup water warm
3/4 cup butter at room temperature
1 each lemon zest grated
1 each orange zest grated
1/2 teaspoon mace dried
1 1/2 tablespoons coriander ground
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs at room temperature
2 1/2 cups bread flour
3/4 cup milk warm

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If you want to give a friend a special holiday gift, put a bright ribbon around this bread.
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When tightly wrapped, it freezes well for 1 to 2 months.
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PREHEAT OVEN TO 350F (180C).
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Dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in warm water.
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Beat 1/2 cup butter in food processor until light.
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Gradually add remainder of sugar as you beat butter.
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Add lemon and orange peels, mace, coriander and salt.
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Add yeast mixture.
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Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition, and then milk.
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Add enough flour, 1/2 cup at a time, to make soft dough.
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Knead dough until elastic and smooth.
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Place dough in oiled plastic bag or oiled bowl and turn to coat.
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Seal or cover with plastic wrap and let rise at room temperature until doubled, about 1 hour.
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Turn out dough on floured surface, punch down and cut into 2 pieces.
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Shape each into rectangular loaf and place on greased baking sheet.
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Melt remaining 1/4 cup butter and use to lightly brush tops of loaves.
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TO PRESENT AS A GIFT:
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Make paper ribbon strips the width of your gift ribbons and tie the bread loosely with the paper strips; secure with paper clips, leaving enough room for the breads to rise.
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The paper will leave marks for the position of the gift ribbons.
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Cover the loaves with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled, 30-to-40 minutes.
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Bake loaves about 30-to-45 minutes.
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Remove and place on a rack to cool.
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Remove the paper strips.
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Replace strips with bright ribbons.

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* 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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package yeast, active dry, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup water warm, 3/4 cup butter at room temperature, and more.

Yes, Gift Christmas Kuchen 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.

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Gift Christmas Kuchen

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