Romanian Cozonac Or Colac - A Christmas Bread

Name: Romanian Cozonac Or Colac - A Christmas Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups flour; 1 cup milk, heated; 3 eggs, beated lightly; 1 fresh yeast cake; 1/2 cup butter, melted; 3 tablespoons sugar, plus; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 3 -4 drops yellow food coloring (optional); Cheese Filling; 1/2 pint sour cream; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 4 tablespoons sugar; 1 cup cream cheese; 3 egg yolks; 2 teaspoons vanilla or 2 teaspoons lemon flavoring

Servings: persons

4 cups flour
1 cup milk, heated
3 eggs, beated lightly
1 fresh yeast cake
1/2 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons sugar, plus
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 -4 drops yellow food coloring (optional)
Cheese Filling
1/2 pint sour cream
1 teaspoon cornstarch
4 tablespoons sugar
1 cup cream cheese
3 egg yolks
2 teaspoons vanilla or 2 teaspoons lemon flavoring

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
For the Dough: Heat the milk to lukewarm.
3
In a separate bowl, crumble yeast.
4
Add 2 tsp sugar, 2 tbsp milk; set aside.
5
In a large mixing bowl, place the 4 cups flour.
6
To the lukewarm milk, add 3 Tbsp sugar, 1 tsp salt, the melted butter, lightly beaten eggs, (and optional food colouring).
7
Add yeast mixture to remaining milk.
8
Beat all with with rotary beater until thoroughly blended.
9
Pour mixture over flour and work in, with a wooden spoon, until all flour has mixed well with milk mixture.
10
Now, knead with hands for about 5 minutes or until dough will not stick too your hands.
11
Cover with clean tea towel and place in warm spot. Allow dough to rise until double in size.
12
Punch down and knead again for 2 minutes.
13
Let rise again.
14
Roll out dough and fill with your favourite filling.
15
Cheese Filling: Cream cheese well, with fork.
16
Add cornstarch and egg yolks and mix well.
17
Add sour cream, 1 or 2 tbsp at a time.
18
Work quickly and mix thoroughly.
19
Add 4 tbsp sugar and flavouring.
20
Spread over the dough, and bake in a moderate oven (350u00b0F) until done.
21
After 45 minutes, check for doneness.

1245

kcal

Calories

Fat

129

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.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups flour, 1 cup milk, heated, 3 eggs, beated lightly, 1 fresh yeast cake, and more.

Yes, Romanian Cozonac Or Colac - A Christmas 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!