Placek Swiateczny - Polish Dessert Bread Recipe

Name: Placek Swiateczny - Polish Dessert Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 eggs; 2 1/2 cups flour, all-purpose; 2 cups sugar, icing; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 3/4 cup walnuts or 3/4 cup pecans; 2/3 cup raisins; 4 ounces orange peel; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup butter; 1 tablespoon lemon peel, grated; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 3 tablespoons vodka or 3 tablespoons brandy

Servings: persons

5 eggs
2 1/2 cups flour, all-purpose
2 cups sugar, icing
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup walnuts or 3/4 cup pecans
2/3 cup raisins
4 ounces orange peel
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter
1 tablespoon lemon peel, grated
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 tablespoons vodka or 3 tablespoons brandy

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Beat eggs with sugar using an electric mixer for 5 minutes at high speed.
3
Mix chopped nuts, raisins and orange peel with 2 tablespoons of flour.
4
Mix remaining flour with baking powder and salt.
5
Cream together the butter, lemon peel and vanilla extract until fluffy.
6
Beat in vodka, then add egg mixture gradually, beating constantly.
7
Add the flour mixture and beat for 5 minutes.
8
Fold fruit-nut mixture into the batter.
9
Turn into a greased and floured 9x5x3-inch pan or a 1 1/2 quart ring mold.
10
Bake at 350 degrees F. for 1 hour.
11
Cool cake in pan on wire rack for ten minutes, then turn cake out onto rack and cool completely.
12
Wrap in plastic wrap and set aside to mellow for a couple of days.

1409

kcal

Calories

Fat

167

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.

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: 5 eggs, 2 1/2 cups flour, all-purpose, 2 cups sugar, icing, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and more.

Yes, Placek Swiateczny - Polish Dessert Bread 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Placek Swiateczny - Polish Dessert Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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