Lucia Bread

Name: Lucia Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg. dry yeast; 1/2 c. lukewarm milk; 1/4 c. sugar; 3 to 4 c. flour; 1 egg; 1/2 tsp. saffron; 1/2 tsp. salt; 4 Tbsp. butter; extra flour for kneading; 1 egg yolk for glazing; dried currants for garnish

Eats Now Editorial Team · 521 kcal · General

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Lucia Bread – a delicious recipe with yeast, milk, sugar, flour, egg, saffron. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

1 pkg. dry yeast
1/2 c. lukewarm milk
1/4 c. sugar
3 to 4 c. flour
1 egg
1/2 tsp. saffron
1/2 tsp. salt
4 Tbsp. butter
extra flour for kneading
1 egg yolk for glazing
dried currants for garnish

1
Dissolve yeast in 2 tablespoons lukewarm milk.
2
Mix with sugar, flour, egg and 2 tablespoons milk to make dough.
3
Cover; place in warm spot to rise 15 minutes.
4
Put saffron into bowl with 4 tablespoons milk.
5
Add salt.
6
Melt, but do not heat butter.
7
Pour over saffron mixture.
8
Add mixture to risen dough.
9
Knead thoroughly until dough does not stick to bowl.
10
Cover and place in warm spot to rest 30 minutes.
11
If necessary or desired, knead and let rise again.

521

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pkg. dry yeast, 1/2 c. lukewarm milk, 1/4 c. sugar, 3 to 4 c. flour, and more.

Yes, Lucia Bread 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
521 kcal
Category
General

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