Moravian Christmas Loaf Recipe

Name: Moravian Christmas Loaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups milk, lukewarm; 1/2 fresh yeast cake, softened in; 1/4 cup water; 6 -8 cups flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup butter; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 lb raisins, cut; 1/2 lb currants; 1/4 lb candied citron peel, chopped; 1/2 cup almonds, sliced

Servings: persons

3 cups milk, lukewarm
1/2 fresh yeast cake, softened in
1/4 cup water
6 -8 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1/2 lb raisins, cut
1/2 lb currants
1/4 lb candied citron peel, chopped
1/2 cup almonds, sliced

1
Add softened yeast to milk.
2
Add 3 cups flour, and salt; mix well.
3
Cover and let rise in a warm place overnight.
4
In the morning, heat the milk; add butter and stir until melted.
5
Combine with yeast mixture and add sugar, fruit and remaining flour; knead well until dough is no longer sticky (use more flour, if necessary).
6
Cover and let rise until double.
7
Shape into loaves, place in greased loaf pans and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
8
Let rise until doubled.
9
Bake at 375u00b0F for 40 minutes.

1362

kcal

Calories

Fat

178

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups milk, lukewarm, 1/2 fresh yeast cake, softened in, 1/4 cup water, 6 -8 cups flour, and more.

Yes, Moravian Christmas Loaf falls under the Baking & Desserts 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.

Moravian Christmas Loaf

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