Greek Anise Loaf Recipe

Name: Greek Anise Loaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast; 1/4 cup water; 1/2 cup milk, scalded; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/4 cup butter; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon anise oil; 6 drops cinnamon oil; 2 3/4 - 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 egg; 1 egg, slightly beaten; 1 tablespoon water; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Servings: persons

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup milk, scalded
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon anise oil
6 drops cinnamon oil
2 3/4 - 3 cups all-purpose flour
1 egg
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

1
Soften yeast in warm water. Pour scalded milk over sugar, butter and salt; stir til butter melts. Cool to lukewarm. Stir in flavorings. Add 1 cup of the flour; mix well. Stir in 1 egg and softened yeast; beat well. Add remaining flour ( or a little more or less to make a soft dough.) Turn out on lightly floured surface. Knead til smooth and elastic ( 8 - 10 minutes). Place in lightly greased bowl, turning once. Cover; let rise in a warm place until almost double (about 1 1/4 hours).
2
Punch down. Let rise again until almost double (1 hours). Turn out on to lightly floured surface and divide dough into thirds; form in balls. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
3
Roll each under hands to form strands 16 inches long, tapering ends. Braid loosely without stretching, beginning in the middle, working towards either end. Pinch ends together. Cover; let rise until almost double ( 40 minutes). Combine beaten egg and water; brush over braid; sprinkle with sesame seed.
4
Bake at 375* for 25 minutes.

923

kcal

Calories

Fat

194

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast, 1/4 cup water, 1/2 cup milk, scalded, 1/3 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Greek Anise Loaf 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.

Greek Anise Loaf

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