Hungarian Spring Bread (Bread Machine) Recipe

Name: Hungarian Spring Bread (Bread Machine)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dough; 3/4 cup sour cream, at room temperature; 1/3 cup buttermilk; 1 large egg, plus; 1 large egg yolk; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, cut into pieces and softened; 3 cups bread flour; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 2 1/2 teaspoons fast rising yeast (or 1 T. bread machine yeast) or 2 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast (or 1 T. bread machine yeast); 1/3 cup golden raisin; 1/3 cup diced candied lemon peel (or lemon confit); 1/4 cup pecan pieces; 1 tablespoon unbleached all-purpose flour; Lemon Icing; 3/4 cup sifted powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1 - 1 1/2 tablespoon warm milk; 1 teaspoon soft butter

Servings: persons

Dough
3/4 cup sour cream, at room temperature
1/3 cup buttermilk
1 large egg, plus
1 large egg yolk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
3 tablespoons unsalted butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, cut into pieces and softened
3 cups bread flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 1/2 teaspoons fast rising yeast (or 1 T. bread machine yeast) or 2 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast (or 1 T. bread machine yeast)
1/3 cup golden raisin
1/3 cup diced candied lemon peel (or lemon confit)
1/4 cup pecan pieces
1 tablespoon unbleached all-purpose flour
Lemon Icing
3/4 cup sifted powdered sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 - 1 1/2 tablespoon warm milk
1 teaspoon soft butter

1
Make the dough: place the dough ingredients, except the raisin, lemon peel, and pecans, in the pan according to the order in the manufacturer's instructions.
2
Set crust on medium and program for the Sweet Bread cycle; press start.
3
Sprinkle the fruit and nuts with the tablespoon of flour.
4
When the machine beeps, or between Knead 1 and Knead 2, add the raisins, lemon peel, and nuts.
5
The dough ball will look dry at first and take about 7 minutes to smooth out; it will still be moist.
6
Make the icing: combine the icing ingredients in a small bowl, whisk until smooth.
7
Adjust the consistency by adding more milk, a few drops at a time; Thick but pourable is recommended.
8
When the baking cycle ends, remove the bread from the pan and place it on a wire rack with a sheet of parchment or large plate underneath.
9
Using an oversized spoon, drizzle the icing over the top of the loaf in a back and forth motion; as the glaze cools, it will set.

987

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

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.
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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dough, 3/4 cup sour cream, at room temperature, 1/3 cup buttermilk, 1 large egg, plus, and more.

Yes, Hungarian Spring Bread (Bread Machine) falls under the General 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!

Hungarian Spring Bread (Bread Machine)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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